Mogadishu, (SONNA) – The Somali Civil Aviation Authority (SCAA) confirms that an aircraft crash occurred approximately 24km southwest of Mogadishu today. The aircraft involved was a DHC-5D Buffalo, with serial number 109 and registration 5Y-RBA.
Preliminary reports indicate that the crash occurred at approximately 14:43Z (5:43 PM local time). There were five persons on board (POB), all of whom have tragically lost their lives. The flight had departed from Dhobley (HCDB) and was en route to Aden Abdulle International Airport (HCMM).
The aircraft was operated by Trident Aviation Ltd, and government agencies, along with partners, are already on-site for search and rescue purposes.
Our thoughts are with the families and loved ones of those affected. Further updates will be provided as more information becomes available.
