Investigations underway after passenger plane veers off runway at Wilson Airport
A passenger plane from Kisumu veered off the runway at Wilson Airport Friday evening. All 39 passengers and crew escaped unhurt, with no injuries reported. The Kenya Airports Authority says the incident happened at 8:55 pm. The aircraft is still at the scene as investigations are..
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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.
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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.
