A Lagos-to-Port Harcourt passenger flight operated by Air Peace veered off the runway upon landing at the Port Harcourt International Airport on Sunday morning, prompting swift action from aviation authorities and the airline’s emergency response team.
The incident involved Flight P47190, which reportedly experienced a runway excursion shortly after touchdown in the Rivers State capital. Fortunately, there were no injuries reported among the passengers or crew members on board.
In an official statement issued shortly after the incident, Air Peace spokesperson Osifo-whiskey Efe confirmed the development:
“Air Peace confirms that its Flight P47190, operating from Lagos to Port Harcourt this morning, had a runway excursion after landing safely at the Port Harcourt International Airport.”
According to the airline, the aircraft “veered slightly off the runway without any damage,” and all passengers disembarked safely and calmly.
“No injuries were reported,” the statement emphasized, adding that the airline is cooperating fully with airport authorities and safety regulators.
Air Peace further reassured the public of its strong safety record and commitment to the highest operational standards:
“We reassure the flying public of our unflinching commitment to maintaining the highest standards of safety in all our operations.”
Sunday’s incident is the second runway-related event involving Air Peace in recent months. On May 11, one of the airline’s jets was temporarily grounded at Asaba International Airport after it collided with a large antelope while taxiing. Though unusual, the incident caused no injuries, but resulted in minor flight disruptions.
Commenting on the May episode, Michael Achimugu, Director of Public Affairs and Consumer Protection at the Nigerian Civil Aviation Authority (NCAA), stated on his official X (formerly Twitter) account that while some aviation incidents are rare and unpredictable, airlines must continue to uphold their responsibility to passengers.
“The safety and welfare of passengers remain paramount. Incidents beyond the airline’s control do not remove the obligation to meet safety and customer care standards,” Achimugu wrote.
Air Peace Flight Skids Off Runway in Port Harcourt; No Injuries Reported
A Lagos-to-Port Harcourt passenger flight operated by Air Peace veered off the runway upon landing at the Port Harcourt International Airport on Sunday morning, prompting swift action from aviation authorities and the airline’s emergency response team.
The incident involved Flight P47190, which reportedly experienced a runway excursion shortly after touchdown in the Rivers State capital. Fortunately, there were no injuries reported among the passengers or crew members on board.
In an official statement issued shortly after the incident, Air Peace spokesperson Osifo-whiskey Efe confirmed the development:
“Air Peace confirms that its Flight P47190, operating from Lagos to Port Harcourt this morning, had a runway excursion after landing safely at the Port Harcourt International Airport.”
According to the airline, the aircraft “veered slightly off the runway without any damage,” and all passengers disembarked safely and calmly.
“No injuries were reported,” the statement emphasized, adding that the airline is cooperating fully with airport authorities and safety regulators.
Air Peace further reassured the public of its strong safety record and commitment to the highest operational standards:
“We reassure the flying public of our unflinching commitment to maintaining the highest standards of safety in all our operations.”
Sunday’s incident is the second runway-related event involving Air Peace in recent months. On May 11, one of the airline’s jets was temporarily grounded at Asaba International Airport after it collided with a large antelope while taxiing. Though unusual, the incident caused no injuries, but resulted in minor flight disruptions.
Commenting on the May episode, Michael Achimugu, Director of Public Affairs and Consumer Protection at the Nigerian Civil Aviation Authority (NCAA), stated on his official X (formerly Twitter) account that while some aviation incidents are rare and unpredictable, airlines must continue to uphold their responsibility to passengers.
“The safety and welfare of passengers remain paramount. Incidents beyond the airline’s control do not remove the obligation to meet safety and customer care standards,” Achimugu wrote.
