Passengers aboard an Air Peace flight from Abuja to Asaba on Saturday narrowly escaped what could have been a major aviation disaster after the aircraft reportedly suffered an engine failure while preparing for take-off at the Nnamdi Azikiwe International Airport, Abuja.
According to eyewitnesses, the incident occurred shortly before the plane was scheduled to depart. The pilot immediately aborted the take-off procedure after detecting the engine fault, ensuring the safety of all passengers and crew members on board.
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Airport officials confirmed that there were no injuries or damage recorded, and emergency protocols were promptly activated. Passengers were safely evacuated from the aircraft as technical teams conducted further inspections to determine the cause of the malfunction.
Air Peace management has not yet issued an official statement regarding the incident, but sources within the airline assured that maintenance and safety checks are ongoing before rescheduling the affected flight.
This incident comes amid renewed focus on aviation safety standards in Nigeria, with regulators emphasizing the importance of routine aircraft inspections and adherence to global maintenance protocols.