Accident Sequence
Shortly after departing from runway 06 at Nairobi-Eastleigh Airport (Moi Air Base), the aircraft was in its initial climb when the left engine failed and its propeller autofeathered. The captain contacted air traffic control, declared an emergency, and received clearance to turn left. Following a left-hand circuit, the crew executed another left turn and prepared to land on runway 06. At that point, the aircraft entered an area of low clouds, causing the crew to momentarily lose visual contact with the runway. The aircraft then stalled and crashed onto several houses in the Kaloleni district, less than 2 kilometers short of the runway 06 threshold.
Casualties and Damage
The aircraft and several houses were destroyed. All 46 occupants aboard the aircraft, as well as 6 individuals on the ground, were killed.
Investigation and Probable Cause
The official investigation determined the probable cause but noted that the exact reason for the left engine failure could not be identified.