Mombasa Air Safari Limited has confirmed that ten foreign nationals and one Kenyan were killed in a plane crash on Tuesday while en route from Diani Airport to Kichwa Tembo in the Maasai Mara.
In an official statement, the airline said the aircraft, registration number 5Y-CCA, was operating a scheduled flight when it was involved in an accident. There were no survivors.
According to the company, the passengers included eight Hungarians and two Germans, along with one Kenyan crew member, who was the captain of the aircraft.
“We are profoundly saddened to report that there are no survivors. Our hearts and prayers are with all those affected by this tragic event,” the statement read.
The airline confirmed that it has activated its emergency response team and is working closely with relevant authorities, who have begun investigations into the cause of the crash.
“Our primary focus right now is on providing all possible support to the families affected,” said John Cleave, the company’s Chairman.
A Family Assistance Team has been set up to offer counselling, logistical coordination, and any required support to the relatives of the victims.
Mombasa Air Safari said they will provide further updates as more details emerge, and to continue cooperating with investigating authorities.
The caravan plane had taken off from Diani airport and was headed for Kichwa Tembo when it crashed in the morning hours, police said.
The cause of the crash was not immediately known.
Police and other emergency service providers rushed to the scene soon after the crash, locals said.
by BRIAN ORUTA
