Accident Investigation Bureau (AIB) on Tuesday said it has begun
investigation into the circumstances leading to an Air Peace Boeing
737- 300 that had a burst tyre on land at the Murtala Muhammed
International Airport, Lagos.
There were 133 passengers on board the aircraft which took off
from Port Harcourt en route Lagos.
The AIB according to its spokesman, Tunji Oketumbi said the
aircraft nose wheel collapsed on landing at Runway 18 Right forcing
the gear tyre to shear off.
He said the AIB was informed of the accident by the airline, in
which there was a minor injury, but no fatality.
Meanwhile, Air Peace has commended Captain Ajibola and her crew
for handling a situation in Lagos Tuesday morning.
“Caption Ajibola noticed sudden weather changes when approaching
Lagos and demanded to land on the International runway as it is
longer and wider than the domestic runway. After landing safely and
rolling to the runway exit, the nose gear developed a problem and
partial collapsed.
“The crew notified the airport authorities who quickly ensured
the safe disembarking of the passengers via the passenger door.
“We are committed to the safety of our passengers at all time.
We will continue to operate in line with international practices
and in accordance with regulatory guidelines. We are being assisted
by the various authorities to determine to cause of the incident,”
the airline said.