An Allied Air Cargo aircraft, registered 5N-JRT, suffered a tyre burst on Wednesday, causing it to skid off Runway 22 at Nnamdi Azikiwe International Airport in Abuja.
Following the incident, the Federal Airports Authority of Nigeria (FAAN) temporarily closed the runway to facilitate clearing operations.
The aircraft, which was arriving in Abuja, experienced the mishap upon landing. Fortunately, all five people on board—passengers and crew—were safely evacuated without any injuries. Emergency responders quickly took charge of the scene.
The incident caused significant disruptions, with several departures delayed as authorities worked to clear the runway. However, no fatalities or injuries were reported.
A statement issued by FAAN’s Director of Public Affairs and Consumer Protection, Obiageli Orah, confirmed the details. Orah stated, “At 10:05 AM on December 11, 2024, an Allied Air Cargo aircraft with registration number 5N-JRT skidded off Runway 22 at Nnamdi Azikiwe International Airport, with five people on board. There were no reported injuries, and all were safely evacuated and taken to the FAAN clinic for further checks.”
The statement further added that the Airport Emergency Response Team and accident investigators were on-site, and efforts to clear the runway were underway, with operations expected to resume shortly.
FAAN expressed gratitude to the aviation community and the public for their understanding and patience during the incident.
