The Kenya Civil Aviation Authority (KCAA) confirmed that the plane, registration number 5Y-CCA, was en route from Diani to Kichwa Tembo, a popular airstrip serving lodges in the world-famous Masai Mara National Reserve, when it went down early Tuesday morning. The crash occurred around 07:30 CAT in the Tsimba-Matuga area of Matuga Constituency.
'Government authorities have already arrived at the scene to determine the cause of the crash and its consequences,' said KCAA Director General Emile Arao in a statement.
According to reports by Kenya's Citizen TV, the aircraft burst into flames upon impact, leaving debris scattered across the crash site. Photos shared from the scene showed parts of the aircraft smouldering as emergency teams worked amid difficult weather conditions.
Rescue and recovery operations were immediately launched, though officials noted that poor weather was hampering efforts. Police and other government agencies have secured the area as investigators begin probing the cause of the crash.
Mombasa Air Safari said there were 10 passengers on board, eight Hungarians, two Germans, and the captain.
"Sadly, there are no survivors. Our hearts and prayers are with all those affected by this tragic event," said the travel agency in a statement.
The Masai Mara, located in southwest Kenya, is one of Africa's most visited safari destinations, attracting thousands of tourists annually for its rich wildlife and spectacular Great Migration.
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