The Fokker 50 crash landing in Mogadishu ended without injuries after a passenger aircraft carrying 55 people overran the runway at Aden Abdulle International Airport.
The plane, operated by Starsky Aviation, had departed from Mogadishu and was heading to Gaalkacyo. About 15 minutes after takeoff, the crew reported a technical issue and requested to return, according to Somalia’s Civil Aviation Authority (CAA).
Officials said the pilot attempted to land safely. However, the aircraft failed to stop on the runway and overshot the tarmac before coming to rest in shallow water near the shoreline.
Fokker 50 Crash Landing Mogadishu: What Happened
Ahmed Macalin Hassan, director of the CAA, confirmed that the aircraft was involved in a runway overrun. Authorities stated that all 55 passengers and crew members survived.
Images circulating on social media showed passengers walking away from the plane. Emergency services transported all occupants to a nearby hospital for evaluation.
Starsky Aviation’s chief executive, Ahmed Nur, described the event as a runway overrun followed by a controlled landing near the shoreline. He confirmed there were no fatalities.
A StarSky Fokker 50 crashes shortly after departure from Mogadishu Aden Adde International Airport, Somalia.
According to local reports all passengers have safely evacuated. pic.twitter.com/pYULsbv2Rm
— Breaking Aviation News & Videos (@aviationbrk) February 10, 2026The airline’s spokesperson added that the pilot’s calm decision-making ensured everyone’s safety. Investigations are now underway to determine the exact cause of the technical problem.
The Somali Civil Aviation Authority stated that the aircraft, registered as 60-YAS, was an F50 model involved in the overrun.
Authorities have not yet disclosed the nature of the technical fault. Investigators will review flight data, maintenance records, and crew reports to establish what led to the emergency landing.
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While runway overruns can cause significant damage, officials emphasised that swift action by the flight crew prevented injuries in this case.
The incident highlights the importance of emergency preparedness and aviation safety procedures. For now, all passengers and crew members remain safe, and the focus has shifted to determining the root cause of the malfunction.
