Kenya to Somalia: We need answers on downing of our planeThe scene of the plane crash in Baidoa, Somalia. The African Express-operated plane carrying aid supplies for use in the fight against the coronavirus crashed in Somalia killing all six, including two Kenyans, on board. Read Now »Kenya Civil Aviation Authority said the Kenyan-registered aircraft, 5Y-AXO, had been operating in Somalia since March 2, 2020. SEE ALSO: By bringing war to Mandera, Somalia combatants have crossed the line"The firm’s operations officer confirms having lost contact with aircraft at approximately 1620hr," KCAA director-general Capt. Al-Shabaab insurgents have a presence in the area of the plane crash and have since not commented on being involved in the incident.

Source: Standard Digital May 05, 2020 09:35 UTC