NAIROBI – The Kenya Airports Authority (KAA) has confirmed an aircraft incident at Wilson Airport involving a flight arriving from Kisumu International Airport.
The incident occurred on Friday, 20th March 2026, at 2055 hours (8:55 PM) , when the aircraft carrying 39 passengers veered off the runway upon landing.
📢 Official Statement
| Detail | Information |
|---|---|
| Date | 20th March 2026 |
| Time | 2055HRS (8:55 PM) |
| Airport | Wilson Airport, Nairobi |
| Flight Origin | Kisumu International Airport |
| Passengers on Board | 39 |
| Incident | Aircraft veered off runway upon landing |
✅ Passenger & Crew Safety
“We wish to confirm that all passengers and crew are safe, with no injuries reported.”
| Status | Details |
|---|---|
| Passengers | ✅ All safe |
| Crew | ✅ All safe |
| Injuries | ❌ None reported |
🚧 Recovery & Operations
| Aspect | Status |
|---|---|
| Aircraft | Remains on site; recovery efforts underway |
| Airport Operations | ✅ Normal – no disruption to other flights |
🛡️ KAA’s Commitment
“The Kenya Airports Authority (KAA) remains fully committed to the highest standards of safety at all our airports.”
📞 Contact KAA
| Channel | Details |
|---|---|
| 📞Â Phone | +254-20-6611335 |
| ✉️Â Email | corporatecommunications@kaa.go.ke |
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