KENYA’S Civil Aviation Authority (KCAA) Has Confirmed That A Small Aircraft Traveling From Diani To Kichwa Tembo Has Crashed In Kwale County, Killing All 12 People On Board. The Tragic Accident Occurred On The Morning Of October 28, 2025, And Involved An Aircraft Registered As 5Y-CCA, Which Was Carrying A Group Of Tourists.
In A Statement Released By KCAA Director General Emile N. Arao, The Authority Said All Passengers And Crew Members Had Been Confirmed Dead. Emergency Response Teams Were Immediately Dispatched To The Crash Site To Assist In Rescue Operations And Secure The Area For Investigation.
Government Agencies Involved In Aviation Safety And Emergency Management Have Launched A Joint Investigation To Determine The Cause Of The Crash. Preliminary Reports Indicate That Experts Are Assessing Whether The Incident Was Caused By A Mechanical Failure, Adverse Weather Conditions, Or Other Contributing Factors.
Authorities Have Assured The Public That Detailed Findings Will Be Shared Once The Investigation Is Complete. The Crash Marks One Of The Deadliest Small-Plane Accidents In Kenya This Year And Has Raised Fresh Concerns Over Aviation Safety And Maintenance Standards In The Country’s Domestic Tourism Sector.