- Dana Air confirmed an aircraft skidded off the runway at Lagos Airport on April 23, 2024.
- No casualties were reported, and all passengers and crew disembarked safely.
- The aircraft has been grounded for further investigation.
- Dana Air has informed the AIB and NCAA of the incident.
- The airline has thanked airport authorities and its crew for their actions during the incident.
Newsypeople – Dana Air Acknowledges Runway Overshoot at Lagos Airport, Dana Air has addressed the incident where one of its aircraft overshot the runway at the Murtala Muhammed International Airport in Lagos on April 23, 2024. The airline, in a statement, expressed regret over the incident involving their aircraft, registration number SN BKI, which was flying from Abuja to Lagos. The statement confirmed that all 83 passengers and crew onboard the flight disembarked safely without injuries or fear, highlighting the crew’s professional handling of the situation.
Dana Air has updated the Accident Investigation Bureau (AIB) and the Nigerian Civil Aviation Authority (NCAA) on the incident, indicating its commitment to cooperating fully with the relevant authorities to investigate the circumstances surrounding the incident. The airline has also grounded the aircraft involved for further investigation by its maintenance team.
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The airline expressed its gratitude towards the airport authorities and its crew for their swift response in ensuring the safe disembarkation of all passengers following the incident. It also extended its sincere apologies and appreciation to the passengers on the affected flight for their patience and understanding. Dana Air reassured its passengers that their safety will always be its top priority.
This incident comes amidst a history of safety concerns for Dana Air. In January 2018, a commercial aircraft belonging to Dana Air, with registration number 5N-DEV from Port Harcourt, hit a fence at the Nnamdi Azikiwe International Airport, Abuja, while trying to park after landing. No injuries were reported, but the incident was attributed to the aircraft’s pilot.
The airline’s response to the recent incident reflects its commitment to passenger safety and its willingness to cooperate with aviation authorities in investigating and addressing safety concerns.
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