Wednesday, 24 April 2024 04:31

83 passengers unhurt as Dana Air’s plane skids off runway in Lagos airport

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A Dana Air flight bearing registration number 5N BKI, carrying 83 passengers, experienced a runway incursion upon landing at the domestic wing of the Murtala Muhammed International Airport, Lagos, runway 18L. No passengers were injured during the incident.

In a statement released by the airline, Dana Air expressed regret over the runway incursion involving flight 5N BKI, which was en route from Abuja to Lagos on April 23, 2024.

The statement said that the crew handled the situation with utmost professionalism, ensuring the safety of all passengers and crew members.

Furthermore, Dana Air informed that the Nigerian Safety and Investigation Bureau (NSIB) and the Nigeria Civil Aviation Authority (NCAA) have been notified of the incident, and the involved aircraft has been grounded by the maintenance team for thorough investigation.

Acknowledging the swift response of airport authorities and the crew in facilitating the safe disembarkation of passengers, Dana Air expressed gratitude to all parties involved. The airline also extended sincere apologies to the affected passengers, emphasizing that safety remains their paramount concern.

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