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Kenyan EMB-120 Escapes Injury After Runway Excursion

April 24, 2026

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Key Takeaways

EMB-120 Brasilia turboprop had a runway excursion at Mandera.
All 36 occupants were safely evacuated with no injuries.
The aircraft veered off the runway while landing from Nairobi.
The extent of damage to the aircraft is not disclosed.

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Strategic Implications

This incident may indicate the need for enhanced safety protocols at regional airports. The safe evacuation of all occupants suggests effective emergency response procedures, which could benefit from further analysis to prevent similar incidents in the future.

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What Happened

All Occupants Safe After Turboprop Veers Off Runway At Mandera Airport

A Kenyan-registered Embraer EMB-120 Brasilia turboprop, operated by EBB Air, experienced a runway excursion at Mandera airport while landing from Nairobi’s Jomo Kenyatta airport. All 36 occupants, including 32 passengers and four crew members, were safely evacuated with no injuries reported. The aircraft came to rest in vegetation near the perimeter fence, but the extent of damage is not disclosed. The incident is under investigation, and the Kenya Airports Authority has reaffirmed its commitment to maintaining high safety standards. This incident was first reported by FlightGlobal.

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