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Nigeria Enugu Air runway excursion investigation update

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Nigeria Enugu Air runway incident excursion investigation update

On 23 July 2026 2026, an Enugu Air Embraer E170 (Flight 4264) traveling from Lagos overshot the runway at Benin Airport in Edo State. The aircraft came veered off Runway 05, striking approach-lighting installations and two decommissioned concrete structures before coming to rest on a grassy area and all area. All 63 passengers and five crew members were evacuated without injury. The Nigerian Safety Investigation Bureau deployed a team, secured evidence and announced a preliminary report within 30 days. The runway was closed and airlines such as United Nigeria Airlines and Air Peace suspended services pending safety clearance. Enugu Air pledged full cooperation and warned of possible schedule adjustments. By 25 July officials highlighted CEO Tolu Ita noted that the grassy runoff helped avoid prevent a more serious accident. Governor Peter Mbah praised On 21 August 2026, the swift response Nigerian Safety Investigation Bureau (NSIB) released a preliminary report. Investigators found that although Air Traffic Control (ATC) had advised the crew that the approach to Runway 23 appeared better and reiterated warned that safety is non‑negotiable, confirming continued cooperation Runway 05 was wet due to rain, the crew proceeded with the investigation. approach to Runway 05. The NSIB identified several infrastructure and safety concerns, including unserviceable meteorological information display equipment and an uncompleted building that obstructed the controller’s line of sight to the end of the runway. In response, the bureau issued four immediate safety recommendations to the Nigerian Civil Aviation Authority, the Federal Airports Authority of Nigeria, and the Nigerian Meteorological Agency.

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  1. 2026-08-22 00:40 UTC Nigeria Enugu Air runway excursion investigation update
  2. 2026-07-26 06:18 UTC Nigeria Enugu Air runway incident

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