The Somali Civil Aviation Authority (SCAA) has confirmed that an aircraft crashed in an area close to Jazeera locality, approximately 24km southwest of Mogadishu, capital city of Somalia today, 22 March 2025. The aircraft was a DHC-5D Buffalo, with serial number 109 and registration 5Y-RBA.
Early reports indicated that the crash occurred at approximately 14:43Z (5:43 PM local time). There were five people on board (POB), who were killed in the crash. The flight had departed from Dhobley (HCDB) and was en route to Aden Abdulle International Airport (HCMM) in the capital city of Mogadishu
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.
Source: Somali National News Agency in English 22 March 2025
