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HomeDaily NewsSaturday, March 21, 2026Passenger Plane Veers Off Runway at Wilson Airport - March 2026
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Passenger Plane Veers Off Runway at Wilson Airport - March 2026

A passenger plane carrying 39 people veered off the runway at Wilson Airport on Friday, March 20, shortly after landing from Kisumu. All individuals on board were reported safe with no injuries. Vihiga Senator Godfrey Osotsi was among the survivors, recounting the terrifying ordeal. Following the incident, Vihiga Senator Geoffrey Osotsi called for the immediate closure and comprehensive upgrade of Wilson Airport, citing safety concerns. Investigations are underway to determine the cause of the incident.

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Investigations underway after passenger plane veers off runway at Wilson Airport

Investigations underway after passenger plane veers off runway at Wilson Airport

A passenger plane arriving from Kisumu International Airport veered off the runway at Wilson Airport on Friday evening. All 39 passengers and crew on board escaped unhurt.

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A passenger plane arriving from Kisumu International Airport veered off the runway at Wilson Airport on Friday evening. All 39 passengers and crew on board escaped unhurt.

  • 39 passengers and crew were on board the aircraft.
  • The incident was confirmed by the Kenya Airports Authority (KAA).
  • Airport operations at Wilson Airport remain normal despite the incident and ongoing investigations.
Friday 11:01 PMThe StandardFirst

Passenger plane veers off runway at Wilson Airport

Passenger plane veers off runway at Wilson Airport

A passenger plane carrying 39 people veered off the runway at Wilson Airport on Friday, March 20, shortly after landing. Fortunately, all individuals on board were reported safe with no injuries.

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A passenger plane carrying 39 people veered off the runway at Wilson Airport on Friday, March 20, shortly after landing. Fortunately, all individuals on board were reported safe with no injuries.

  • The aircraft, operated by Safarilink Aviation Limited, encountered the incident around 8:55 pm upon arrival from Kisumu International Airport.
  • The Kenya Airports Authority (KAA) confirmed the event and stated that recovery efforts are underway.
  • Conditions at the time included a wet runway and reduced visibility due to rain, and the Aircraft Accident Investigation Department (AAID) is investigating the cause.
Saturday 7:15 AMKenyans

ODM Senator Recounts Ordeal After Surviving Wilson Airport Plane Accident

ODM Senator Recounts Ordeal After Surviving Wilson Airport Plane Accident

Vihiga Senator Godfrey Osotsi was among 39 people who survived a plane crash-landing at Wilson Airport on the evening of Friday, March 20, 2026, when an aircraft operated by ALS Limited veered off the runway upon arrival from Kisumu.

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Vihiga Senator Godfrey Osotsi was among 39 people who survived a plane crash-landing at Wilson Airport on the evening of Friday, March 20, 2026, when an aircraft operated by ALS Limited veered off the runway upon arrival from Kisumu.

  • 34 passengers and 5 crew members were on board the flight.
  • Vihiga Senator Godfrey Osotsi, an early passenger, recounted the ordeal and commended the pilot's skill.
  • Senator Osotsi raised concerns about the lack of emergency response and deteriorating infrastructure at Wilson Airport following the incident.
Saturday 9:32 AMCapital News

Osotsi calls for closure of Wilson Airport after plane veers off runway

Osotsi calls for closure of Wilson Airport after plane veers off runway

A passenger aircraft veered off the runway at Wilson Airport on Friday evening, prompting Vihiga Senator Geoffrey Osotsi to call for the airport's immediate closure and comprehensive upgrade.

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Key Highlights

A passenger aircraft veered off the runway at Wilson Airport on Friday evening, prompting Vihiga Senator Geoffrey Osotsi to call for the airport's immediate closure and comprehensive upgrade.

  • 39 passengers and crew were on board the aircraft arriving from Kisumu.
  • Senator Geoffrey Osotsi, a passenger, criticized the airport's emergency preparedness.
  • The Kenya Airports Authority (KAA) confirmed all passengers and crew were safely evacuated with no injuries reported and stated operations remain normal.
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