Passenger plane veers off runway at Wilson Airport
An aircraft en route to Nairobi from Kisumu crash lands at Wilson Airport, no injuries reported so far, police spokesperson Muchiri says...
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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.
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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.
