Tragedy averted as Nigeria Air Force aircraft loses tyres, lands with belly in Lagos
Tragedy was averted at the Murtala Muhammed International Airport on Monday as a Nigerian Air Force aircraft was forced to land with its belly after losing its four tires.
Confirming the incident in a statement, NAF Director of Public Relations and Information, Air Commodore Wap Maigida said there was no fatality nor injury.
He also added that the Chief of Air Staff, Air Marshall Oladayo Amao had ordered an investigation into the incident.
“A Nigerian Air Force (NAF) maritime patrol aircraft, a Cessna Citation CJ3 on a routine flight today, 6 February 2023 lost its tyres on touch and go flight in Ilorin and had to carry out a controlled bellyland at the Murtala Muhammed International Airport, Lagos.
“Fortunately, there were no fatalities or injuries to any crew member and persons on the ground.
“The Chief of the Air Staff, Air Marshal Oladayo Amao, has directed the immediate constitution of a Board of Inquiry to determine the cause (s) of the accident.
“The NAF continues to solicit the understanding and support of the general public as it daily strives to ensure the security of Nigeria and Nigerians,” the statement said.
