The Nnamdi Azikiwe International Airport in Abuja has been temporarily closed following an incident involving an Aerocontractors aircraft.
The incident occurred during the landing of a Lagos-Abuja flight operated by Aerocontractors when the aircraft’s nose wheel became stuck to the ground while taxiing on Runway A4.
Despite the runway incursion, there were no reported fatalities or injuries. Passengers were safely disembarked from the aircraft, and efforts are underway to remove the plane from the runway.
The Nigerian Safety Investigation Bureau (NSIB) has commenced investigation into the serious incident after it was notified.
The aircraft involved in the serious incident was a Boeing 733 with Nationality and Registration Marks 5N-BYQ which occurred around 10:47am (Local Time) on 12th November, 2023.
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NSIB Director of Public Affairs and Consumer Protection, Dr. James Odaudu, who confirmed the incident said, “The aircraft upon landing at the Nnamdi Azikiwe International Airport, Abuja from Lagos and in a bid to exit the runway via A4 had its nose wheel stuck in the grass verge with its fuselage on the runway.
“Consequently, the runway was closed pending the towing of the aircraft from the runway.There was no injury or fatality.
“The NSIB, hereby, solicits information from the general public in form of pictures, video or recording evidences to assist in conducting a comprehensive investigation.”