Date : August 7, 2025 Location : Mwihoko, Githurai 45 area, Kiambu County, Kenya Aircraft Type : Cessna 560XL Citation XLS Registration : 5Y-FDM Operator : African Medical and Research Foundation (AMREF) Fatalities : 4 onboard, 2 on the ground Flight Type : Air Ambulance Flight Route : Nairobi-Wilson Airport (HKNW) to Hargeisa Airport (HGA) Accident Category : Fatal Accident (En Route Phase) On the afternoon of Thursday, August 7, 2025, a Cessna 560XL Citation XLS operated by AMREF crashed in a residential area of Mwihoko, near Githurai 45 in Kiambu County, shortly after takeoff from Nairobi’s Wilson Airport. The aircraft, registered as 5Y-FDM, had departed at approximately 14:12 local time on a medevac flight to Hargeisa, Somalia. Approximately five minutes into the flight, the aircraft entered a steep and sudden descent, crashing into a populated neighborhood approximately 22 kilometers northeast of the airport. All four occupants onboard—the pilot, co-pilot, medical personnel—were k...
Hi Fly Successfully Ferries First Global Airlines Airbus A380-841 to Dresden for Maintenance
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In a notable achievement, Hi Fly, a prominent figure in the global aviation
industry, successfully ferried the first Global Airlines Airbus A380-841,
registered as 9H-GLOBL, from Prestwick Airport in Scotland to Dresden,
Germany.
The journey covered a distance of 789 nautical miles and was led by Commander
Carlos Mirpuri, along with Captains Antonios Efthymiou and João Domingues.
A Special Ferry Flight
Unlike regular commercial flights, this journey had its unique challenges. The
Airbus A380, commonly known as the Super Jumbo, had its landing gear down for
the entire duration of the flight, a requirement for its upcoming maintenance.
This precautionary measure led the aircraft to fly at a slower speed and a
lower altitude than usual, but the team still managed to complete the 789-mile
journey in 2 hours and 20 minutes.
Commander Mirpuri, who led the flight, remarked on its success: “Another
uneventful flight with the Super Jumbo. I look forward to flying this
beautiful aircraft again when it has completed its maintenance programme at
EFW in Dresden.”
Maintenance at Dresden’s EFW Facility
The Airbus A380 is scheduled for maintenance at Elbe Flugzeugwerke (EFW) in
Dresden, a facility renowned for its expertise in aircraft maintenance and
conversion. This maintenance will ensure that the A380 remains in top
operational condition for future flights.
Hi Fly: A Global Leader in Airbus A380 Operations
Hi Fly is among the select few airlines worldwide with extensive expertise in
operating the Airbus A380. The airline has built a strong reputation for
reliability and excellence in managing large-scale aircraft, consistently
meeting the highest standards in global aviation.
Hi Fly’s commitment to flexibility and premium service sets it apart in the
industry, making it a go-to choice for global airlines in need of aircraft
leasing and wet lease solutions. This latest ferry flight adds to the
airline’s already impressive portfolio of successful operations, further
solidifying its position as a leader in the aviation sector.
As the Airbus A380 undergoes its maintenance programme in Dresden, the team at
Hi Fly remains dedicated to ensuring that the aircraft continues to deliver
exceptional performance, setting new benchmarks for excellence in aviation.
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The Hi Fly team successfully ferried the first Global Airlines Airbus A380-841, registration 9H-GLOBL, on a remarkable journey of 789 nautical miles from Prestwick Airport, Scotland, to Dresden, Germany. #HiFlyAirline#A380
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