What happened
While performing a descent toward Nairobi from the western approach, an aircraft carrying equipment and personnel intended for the Aurora 7 recovery mission struck a mountain slope. The incident occurred approximately 32 km west of the Nairobi-Embakasi airport. Prior to the impact, the flight had been engaged in a holding pattern. The aircraft hit terrain that was obscured by heavy cloud cover and low visibility.
Findings
- The crash resulted in 13 fatalities, with no survivors among the occupants.
- The accident occurred during the descent phase of flight.
- Poor weather conditions and restricted visibility were primary factors at the time of the collision.