Cargo Door Opens During Initial Climb at Nairobi-Wilson Airport (F-GJLH)

Incident Overview and Immediate Aftermath A cargo flight departed from Nairobi-Wilson Airport and experienced an in-flight emergency during the initial climb phase. Shortly after takeoff, the front cargo door opened, prompting the pilot to initiate an immediate return to the airport. The pilot successfully landed the aircraft back on the runway, but the airplane was unable to stop within the remaining available distance. As a result, the aircraft overran the runway and eventually came to a complete stop. ## Casualties and Aircraft Condition The pilot, who was the sole person on board, was unhurt in the incident. The aircraft sustained significant damage and was declared beyond repair. The flight was identified as a cargo operation at the time of the event.