Aircraft crash in Ngong Hills following engine failure

8 fatalities • Ngong, Kenya • Flight

An aircraft traveling from Nairobi to Mwanza crashed in the Ngong Hills area after experiencing an engine malfunction during its return flight.

What happened

During a flight originating from Nairobi and destined for Mwanza, the pilot notified air traffic control of an engine failure. Following this mechanical issue, the decision was made to abort the mission and return to Nairobi-Wilson Airport.

Approximately twenty minutes after the departure from the airfield, the aircraft lost control while flying near Ngong. The flight ended in a crash within the Ngong Hills region, close to Ngong. The accident resulted in eight fatalities, with no survivors among the occupants.

Findings

  • The flight was interrupted by an engine failure occurring shortly after takeoff.
  • The loss of control led to the impact in the Ngong Hills terrain.

Probable cause

The aircraft experienced an engine failure during its return to Nairobi, leading to a loss of control and subsequent crash.

Frequently asked questions

What happened in the 1996-11-13 Piper PA-31-310 Navajo accident near Ngong, Kenya?

An aircraft traveling from Nairobi to Mwanza crashed in the Ngong Hills area after experiencing an engine malfunction during its return flight.

Were there any fatalities in the 1996-11-13 Piper PA-31-310 Navajo accident?

The accident was fatal, resulting in 8 fatalities.

What aircraft was involved and where did it happen?

The accident on 1996-11-13 involved a Piper PA-31-310 Navajo, registration 5Y-ALA, operated by Kissimayu Aviation, at Ngong, Kenya.

What was the probable cause of the accident?

The aircraft experienced an engine failure during its return to Nairobi, leading to a loss of control and subsequent crash.

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