A small aircraft crashed near Daniel K. Inouye International Airport in Honolulu on December 17, 2024, around 3:37 p.m., prompting street closures along Ualena and Aolele Streets. According to officials from the Hawaii Department of Transportation (DOT), the incident caused a significant emergency response near the airport’s air cargo facilities.
Will be updating this article as information is received.
“According to sources, at least two people were killed.” – Hawai’i News Now
What Happened
Eyewitnesses described seeing a blue and white plane flying dangerously close to buildings before hearing a loud explosion. Following the crash, heavy black smoke was visible from nearby highways and airport terminals.
First responders, including local police, firefighters, and paramedics, quickly secured the crash site. While the extent of the damage and the number of people onboard remain unknown, officials confirmed that investigations by the Federal Aviation Administration (FAA) and National Transportation Safety Board (NTSB) are underway.
About Kamaka Air
Kamaka Air is a Honolulu-based cargo airline specializing in air freight services throughout the Hawaiian Islands. Established in 1993, the company operates a fleet of turboprop aircraft, including Cessna Caravans and Beechcraft models, designed for efficient cargo transportation to remote and inter-island destinations.
Kamaka Air is known for delivering essential goods such as medical supplies, mail, and perishables, often serving areas that are difficult to reach by other means.
It is being reported that in an audio transmissions from Kamaka Air 689, the pilot told the control tower, “We’re out of control here.”
As the investigation into the plane crash near Daniel K. Inouye International Airport unfolds, more details about Kamaka Air’s involvement are expected to emerge. We will continue providing updates as new information becomes available.
Current Investigation
Authorities have not released details on what caused the crash, but aviation experts anticipate a full investigation in the coming days. Travelers passing through the airport have been advised to monitor local news sources for updates on possible disruptions.
For more information, see the original coverage from KHON2 and Hawaii News Now.
