Plane with 50 passengers veers off after landing at JKIA

Kenya Airports Authority (KAA) has confirmed that a domestic flight from Elwak Airstrip in Mandera veered off Taxiway Echo shortly after landing at Jomo Kenyatta International Airport (JKIA).

The aircraft was carrying 50 passengers. All passengers and crew on board were safely accounted for, KAA said in a statement on Monday, December 29, 2025. No injuries have been reported.

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Airport emergency response teams were immediately activated in line with established procedures. The teams responded quickly to ensure the safety of all passengers and staff. KAA said airport operations have continued as normal throughout the incident.

“The Authority is working closely with relevant aviation agencies to remove the aircraft safely and investigate the circumstances surrounding the incident,” the statement read in part.

KAA reassured the public that the safety, security, and efficiency of airport operations remain its top priority.

KAA did not report the cause of the incident, saying the investigation is ongoing.

All passengers remain safe

Passengers affected by the incident were assisted by airport staff, who ensured that everyone remained safe.

“Kenya Airports Authority (KAA) wishes to inform the public of an aircraft incident that occurred this afternoon at Jomo Kenyatta International Airport (JKIA),” the press release read.

“A domestic flight from Elwak airstrip in Mandera to JKIA Nairobi with 50 passengers on board veered off Taxiway Echo shortly after landing at JKIA. All passengers and crew were safely accounted for. Airport emergency response teams have been activated in line with established procedures.”

“Airport operations remain normal. The Authority is working closely with the relevant aviation agencies to ensure the safe removal of the aircraft. Kenya Airports Authority reassures the public of its continued commitment to the safety, security, and efficiency of airport operations.”

Incidents of this nature are rare at JKIA, which handles a lot of domestic and international flights each day. KAA continues to monitor airport operations closely and is committed to maintaining high safety standards for all flights landing and departing from the airport.

This incident comes during a busy travel period at JKIA.