Tradewinds Airways

Safety profile and incident history for Tradewinds Airways.

Safety Score

10/10

Total Incidents

2

Total Fatalities

0

Recent Incidents

Canadair CL-44

Nairobi-Jomo Kenyatta (ex Embakasi) Nairobi City District

After takeoff from Mombasa-Moi Airport, the crew reported technical problems with the right main gear that would not lock up. The captain decided to divert to Nairobi to complete an emergency landing. Upon touchdown at Nairobi-Jomo Kenyatta Airport, the right main gear collapsed. The airplane slid on its belly and came to rest. All four crew members were evacuated safely while the aircraft was damaged beyond repair. It was carrying 17 tons of cement from Mombasa to Kigali.

Canadair CL-44

Lusaka Lusaka City District

Apparently following a wrong approach configuration, the crew landed nosewheel first. Upon touchdown, the nosewheel was torn off and the airplane slid for several dozen meters before coming to rest in flames. All five crew members evacuated safely while the aircraft was written off.

Airline Information

Country of Origin

Zambia

Risk Level

Low Risk

Common Aircraft in Incidents

Canadair CL-442