Kenya Airways has confirmed that all passengers aboard flight KQ 670 are safe after the plane suffered a bird strike while landing at Kisumu International Airport.
KQ said the incident occured at around 6.36pm on Thursday.
A statement dispatched by the corporate communications office Thursday evening said the incident resulted in the aircraft being temporarily stuck on the runway.
"The aircraft landed safely in Kisumu, however, it was not able to exit the runway fully as the bird strike affected the aircraft steering components," the statement read.
"All passengers and crew onboard since disembarked the aircraft and are safe," it added.
The airline said they are working with relevant authorities to have the aircraft removed and resume normal operations.
It further said that passengers on affected flights will be provided with updated travel information and assistance as needed.
"We apologise for any inconvenience caused and assure our passengers of their safety and comfort as our highest priority," the airline said.
