The Nigerian Safety Investigation Bureau (NSIB) has released the preliminary report on its ongoing investigation into the incident involving a Boeing 737-400 Freighter aircraft, with nationality and registration marks 5N-JRT, operated by Allied Air Limited.
According to a press released by Mrs Bimbo Olawumi Oladeji Director, The Public Affairs and Family Assistance, NSIB, The aircraft, en route to collect cargo for the Central Bank of Nigeria, experienced a malfunction with its flaps during its final approach at Nnamdi Azikiwe International Airport, Abuja.
Upon landing, the right main landing gear collapsed, causing the No. 2 engine nacelle to drag along the runway. The aircraft veered off the runway and came to rest on the grass verge. All six occupants onboard were unharmed, and no injuries were reported. The NSIB has issued an immediate safety recommendation for the Nigeria Civil Aviation Authority (NCAA) to inspect Allied Air’s aircraft for potential vulnerabilities in the flap and landing gear systems.
The full preliminary report, including detailed findings, is available for download on the NSIB website The preliminary findings are subject to further analysis, and the final report will
provide detailed conclusions and recommendations aimed at enhancing aviation safety.
