Tragedy struck on Tuesday, October 28, 2025, when a light aircraft crashed in Kwale County, killing all 11 people on board. The aircraft, registration number 5Y-CCA, was on a scheduled flight from Diani Airport to Kichwa Tembo in the Maasai Mara.
In an official statement, the airline confirmed that the plane was carrying 10 passengers and one crew member, contradicting earlier reports that suggested there were 12 passengers on board. The passengers included eight Hungarians, two Germans, and one Kenyan crew member.
“We are profoundly saddened to report that, according to preliminary information, there were 10 passengers and one crew member on board. Sadly, there are no survivors. Our hearts and prayers are with all those affected by this tragic event,” the airline stated.
Images from the crash site showed the mangled wreckage of the aircraft strewn across the area, indicating the magnitude of the impact. Reports suggest that the plane burst into flames upon hitting the ground, making survival impossible.
Rescue operations were initially hampered by harsh weather conditions and the remoteness of the crash site, which delayed emergency response efforts.
The airline has since activated its Family Assistance Team to support relatives of the victims through counseling and logistical aid. An emergency response team has also been mobilized to coordinate with authorities.
Meanwhile, the Kenya Civil Aviation Authority (KCAA) confirmed that several government agencies are on-site investigating the cause of the crash and its immediate impact.
The incident has left the aviation community in shock, coming at a time when domestic air travel in Kenya has been gaining popularity among tourists heading to the country’s major wildlife destinations.
Authorities have urged the public to remain patient as investigations continue into what led to the tragic Kwale plane crash.
