Two people have been confirmed dead following a light aircraft crash in Naivasha’s Kedong area. The wreckage of a lightcraft that crashed in Malindi on January 10. Image for illustration only. Photo: UGC Source: UGC The tragic incident was confirmed by Naivasha police boss Charles Mwai, who indicated that rescue operations are underway. Which plane crashed in Naivasha? The Kenya Civil Aviation Authority (KCAA) has acknowledged the incident, with the ill-fated plane identified as a Cessna 185, of registration number 5Y-BVL. . According to KCAA, the plane had departed from Nairobi’s Wilson Airport, en route to Mbaruk before it crashed.
Preliminary reports indicate that the accident occurred at approximately 17:14. There were two persons on board, both of who have unfortunately lost their lives,” the KCAA statement read. Rescue teams are facing challenges due to poor weather conditions, which are severely limiting visibility in the area. Additionally, the rough terrain of the Kedong region is complicating rescue efforts, slowing down the response teams. The cause of the crash is yet to be revealed. KCAA says it is actively coordinating with relevant authorities, including the Air Accident Investigations Department (AAID), emergency responders, and local security personnel to gather further details and facilitate response efforts.
by Harry Ivan Mboto
