An Enugu Air aircraft on Thursday skidded off the runway while landing at Benin Airport, Edo State, causing a temporary disruption to flight operations.
The airline, in a statement, confirmed the incident, describing it as a runway excursion. It assured the public that all passengers and crew members were safely evacuated without injuries or fatalities.
According to the airline, the aircraft has been secured, while the relevant aviation authorities have been notified in line with established safety procedures.
“The aircraft has been secured and the relevant aviation authorities have been notified in line with established procedures. An assessment of the aircraft and the circumstances surrounding the occurrence is currently underway,” the statement read.
The incident led to a temporary suspension of flight operations at the airport as emergency responders secured the aircraft and aviation officials commenced preliminary assessments.
Enugu Air noted that the development may result in temporary adjustments to some of its flight schedules, adding that affected passengers would be contacted directly and provided with the necessary assistance.
The airline reaffirmed that the safety of its passengers, crew members, and operations remains its highest priority, while stating that it is cooperating fully with the relevant aviation authorities investigating the cause of the runway excursion.
It also thanked passengers for their patience and understanding, promising to provide further updates through its official communication channels as more information becomes available.
