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Twin-Engine Aircraft Crash Near Marsabit Airport (KAF132)

Marsabit, KenyaLanding (descent or approach)

On April 10, 2006, a Harbin Yunsunji Y-12 (registration KAF132) operated by Kenya Air Force was involved in an aviation accident near Marsabit, Kenya during landing or approach. 14 people were killed. Investigators recorded the probable cause as: Controlled flight into terrain after the crew continued the approach at an unsafe altitude in marginal weather conditions. This summary draws on records from the Bureau of Aircraft Accidents Archives (B3A); 6 related events involving the same aircraft type or operator are linked below.

Sourcesthe Bureau of Aircraft Accidents Archives (B3A)Source recordUpdated 2026-09-03Data APIEditorial standards

A twin-engine aircraft carrying Kenyan government officials crashed near Marsabit Airport during a mediation mission, killing 14 occupants and seriously injuring three others.

Incident Overview A twin-engine aircraft departed Moi Air Base in Nairobi, Kenya, on a flight to Marsabit. The aircraft was carrying a delegation of the Kenyan Government, including two ministers, who were traveling to Marsabit as part of a mediation mission between communities in dispute over grazing rights and water points. ## Crash Circumstances On approach to Marsabit Airport, the crew encountered poor visibility due to low clouds. The aircraft subsequently crashed on the slope of a hill located a few kilometers from the airport. ## Casualties The accident resulted in 14 fatalities among the occupants. Three additional passengers were seriously injured. ## Probable Cause The official investigation determined that the probable cause was controlled flight into terrain after the crew continued the approach at an unsafe altitude in marginal weather conditions.

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Frequently asked questions

What happened in the 10 Apr 2006 Harbin Yunsunji Y-12 accident near Marsabit, Kenya?

A twin-engine aircraft carrying Kenyan government officials crashed near Marsabit Airport during a mediation mission, killing 14 occupants and seriously injuring three others.

Were there any fatalities in the 10 Apr 2006 Harbin Yunsunji Y-12 accident?

The accident was fatal, resulting in 14 fatalities.

What aircraft was involved and where did it happen?

The accident on 10 Apr 2006 involved a Harbin Yunsunji Y-12, registration KAF132, operated by Kenya Air Force, at Marsabit, Kenya.

What was the probable cause of the accident?

Controlled flight into terrain after the crew continued the approach at an unsafe altitude in marginal weather conditions.

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