An Air Peace flight experienced a runway excursion (veered slightly off the runway) at Port Harcourt International Airport on Sunday, July 13, 2025, with all passengers and crew disembarking safely and without any injuries or structural damage.
A plane operated by Air Peace has overshot the runway of the Port Harcourt International Airport in Rivers State under heavy rainfall.
The flight was from Abuja to Port Harcourt with 94 passengers and 6 crew members on board.
According to one of the passengers on board, the incident occurred as the plane was landing at the airport. The plane came to a halt some 200 meters in the bush by the runway.
The witness said all of the passengers have been evacuated and driven to the arrival area.
Meanwhile, the Accident Investigation Bureau (AIB) has been notified of the incident.
“The Accident Investigation Bureau (AIB) has been notified of the Air Peace flight from Abuja to Port Harcourt with 94 passengers and 6 crew members on board with Registration marks 5N-BRN.
“The aircraft skidded off the Runway to the left about 1300m from the Runway 21 threshold at the Port Harcourt International airport. All passengers and crew have been evacuated safely.”
The Bureau disclosed that it has dispatched investigators to the site of the accident to ascertain the cause and damage.
“Accident Investigation Bureau has dispatched investigators who are on their way to the site.”
“I have used Enugu air several times. And from my experiences, I will always recommend them. Again, aside that they are the most budget friendly airline in Nigeria, a safe and smooth journey is always guaranteed with them.
Don’t allow anyone mislead you by making it look like their aircraft ain’t air worthy because they are said to have been purchased second hand.
Even in the US, almost every major airline incorporates second-hand airplanes into their fleets. They source pre-owned aircraft from leasing companies or buy directly from other airlines globally to supplement their operations.
Notable airlines such as Delta Air Lines, United Airlines, Southwest Airlines, Allegiant Air & Frontier Airlines, Breeze Airways and many others frequently operate second-hand or pre-owned aircraft.
What happened to Enugu air today could have happened to any other airline.
We should celebrate the pilot and be grateful to God that the whole passengers came out with no injuries which is most important.”
