No fatalities

Aircraft Crash During Takeoff at Nairobi Airport (VP-KBG)

Nairobi, KenyaTakeoff (climb)

On April 14, 1937, a De Havilland DH.84 Dragon (registration VP-KBG) operated by Wilson Airways was involved in an aviation accident near Nairobi, Kenya during takeoff. 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 shortly after departing Nairobi Airport, resulting in injuries to both occupants and total destruction of the airframe.

What happened

The incident occurred during the initial climb phase following departure from Nairobi Airport. The aircraft encountered a critical failure or loss of control immediately after liftoff, leading to an uncontrolled descent. The craft impacted the ground shortly after takeoff, resulting in severe structural damage. Both individuals on board sustained injuries during the crash sequence. Post-accident assessments confirmed that the airframe was completely destroyed by the impact and subsequent fire or mechanical failure.

Findings

The source material does not provide specific technical details regarding the root cause of the accident. However, the outcome indicates a catastrophic event occurring in the early stage of flight. The total loss of the aircraft and the injuries to the occupants highlight the severity of the incident during the takeoff phase.