No fatalities

Aircraft crash on landing at Kitale (VP-KAY)

Kitale, KenyaLanding (descent or approach)

On February 1, 1939, a De Havilland DH.80 Puss Moth (registration VP-KAY) operated by Wilson Airways was involved in an aviation accident near Kitale, Kenya during landing or approach. No fatalities were reported. This summary draws on records from the Bureau of Aircraft Accidents Archives (B3A); 7 related events involving the same aircraft type or operator are linked below.

Sourcesthe Bureau of Aircraft Accidents Archives (B3A)Primary reportUpdated 2026-08-04Data APIEditorial standards

An aircraft crashed during the landing phase at Kitale, resulting in significant structural damage and injuries to all three people on board.

What happened

The incident occurred while the aircraft was executing its final approach and landing at Kitale. The plane did not maintain control or contact with the runway surface as intended, leading to a crash sequence immediately upon touchdown. As a result of the impact, the airframe sustained severe structural damage that rendered it beyond repair. All three individuals aboard the aircraft were injured in the event.

Findings

The specific technical failures or human factors contributing to the loss of control during the landing phase are not detailed in the available source material. The primary outcome recorded is the total loss of the airframe and the resulting injuries to the occupants.