On Tuesday, a Fokker 50 aircraft operated by Starsky Airline, carrying 55 individuals, crashed on a beach in Somalia shortly after taking off from Mogadishu International Airport. The incident occurred due to a technical failure, prompting the pilot to attempt a return to the airport. Unfortunately, during the landing attempt, the aircraft veered off the runway, ultimately landing on the beach adjacent to the Indian Ocean. Fortunately, there were no casualties reported among the passengers and crew.

The Director of the Somali Civil Aviation Authority, Ahmed Moalim Hassan, confirmed that all those on board were evacuated safely. This information was reported by the Somali National News Agency (SONNA), highlighting the coordination and efforts of emergency services in response to the incident. Local media outlets shared footage showing the stranded aircraft on the beach while emergency personnel assisted with the evacuation of passengers.

The aircraft was en route to Galkayo, the capital of the Mudug region in central-northern Somalia, when the mishap occurred. This incident raises significant concerns regarding aviation safety in the region and illustrates the challenges faced by local airlines, especially in maintaining operational aircraft and managing technical failures effectively. Overall, the quick evacuation efforts averted a potential tragedy, showcasing the importance of emergency response protocols in aviation incidents.