Air Peace Flight in Abuja Suffers Engine Failure, Airline Speaks

• An Air Peace flight from Abuja to Asaba on Friday, October 10, aborted take-off at the Nnamdi Azikiwe International Airport, Abuja
• The incident occurred moments after the aircraft had accelerated to take off when the pilot aborted the procedure following a technical glitch
• The pilot safely taxied the aircraft back to the terminal while all passengers were calmly disembarked, according to eyewitnesses

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FCT, Abuja - An Air Peace flight from Abuja to Asaba, Delta state, escaped a potential disaster on Friday, October 10, after the aircraft suffered an engine failure while preparing for take-off at the Nnamdi Azikiwe International Airport, Abuja.

Legit.ng reports that the airline confirmed the development via a statement signed by its management.

The incident occurred shortly after the aircraft had gained speed and was almost closing in on the runway for take-off when a loud blast was heard, followed by flashes of light. There was, however, no fire outbreak.

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Air Peace averts tragedy

The pilot immediately aborted the take-off procedure and taxied the aircraft safely back to the terminal where all passengers were safely disembarked.

Air Peace said a replacement aircraft has been deployed to save the situation and continue the journey, minimising delays for affected passengers.

The airline added that its engineering team "commenced a thorough inspection of the initial aircraft as part of our standard safety checks.”

The airline assured Nigerians that passenger safety remains the airline’s top priority.

The Punch quoted Air Peace as saying:

“We wish to reassure the public that safety is, and will always remain as the cornerstone of our operations. The swift deployment of an alternate aircraft reflects our commitment to operational excellence and passenger confidence.

“The swift deployment of an alternate aircraft reflects our commitment to operational excellence and passenger confidence."

The full statement can be read below:

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How dangerous are aircraft-engine failures?

Engine failure is dangerous in a plane because it can lead to loss of control, physical damage from debris, and fire, especially during critical phases like takeoff and landing.

An engine fault can cause an aircraft to lose thrust, and in the case of uncontained engine failures, fragments of the engine can penetrate the fuselage, critical systems like fuel lines or hydraulic systems, or even the cabin, creating a severe and unpredictable threat.

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Source: Legit.ng