Kenya plane crashes near Kwale; 12 tourists feared dead
On Tue, Oct 28, 2023, a small aircraft crashed in the coastal region of Kwale, Kenya, while en route to the Maasai Mara National Reserve. Officials report that 12 individuals are feared dead.
On Tue, Oct 28, 2023, a small aircraft crashed in the coastal region of Kwale, Kenya, while en route to the Maasai Mara National Reserve. Officials report that 12 individuals are feared dead.
The crash occurred in a hilly and forested area approximately 40 kilometers (25 miles) from the Diani airstrip. The Kenya Civil Aviation Authority confirmed that the aircraft involved was a Cessna Caravan, carrying 12 persons. The nationalities of the passengers, described as foreign tourists, will be confirmed by authorities.
Authorities are currently investigating the cause of the crash. The specific number of passengers and crew on board has not been disclosed.
On Tue, Oct 28, 2023, a small aircraft crashed in the coastal region of Kwale, Kenya, while en route to the Maasai Mara National Reserve.
Mombasa Air Safari, the airline operating the flight, is working closely with the civil aviation authority to provide updates on the investigation.
The Maasai Mara National Reserve is a significant tourist attraction, known for the annual wildebeest migration from the Serengeti in Tanzania.
Based on reporting by Africanews.
