Air Peace reveals aircraft damage will disrupt operations for days
Air Peace
Abdullateef Fowewe
Air Peace Limited has confirmed that one of its Airbus A320 aircraft suffered significant damage on the ground at Murtala Muhammed Airport Terminal 1 (MMA1) on Wednesday after a Nigerian Aviation Handling Company (NAHCO) baggage conveyor belt vehicle struck the jet’s engine.
The carrier said the incident occurred shortly after Flight P47427 from Kano completed disembarkation.
“The ground handling equipment belonging to and operated by NAHCO tore into the aircraft,” Air Peace said in a statement, adding that the impact rendered the aircraft “totally unserviceable.”
Air Peace warned the damage would disrupt operations as the aircraft was scheduled to operate multiple flights over the coming days, and “several scheduled services will experience delays, while some may regrettably be cancelled” as the airline reassigns capacity and works to mitigate the disruption.
The airline apologised to affected passengers and said its operational and customer-service teams are “actively working to minimise the inconvenience by providing available alternatives and ensuring that affected passengers receive the necessary assistance.”
Air Peace emphasised safety remains its top priority and said it is cooperating with NAHCO and aviation authorities to investigate the circumstances and prevent a recurrence.
“We appreciate the patience, understanding, and continued support of our valued customers as we diligently manage the operational challenges arising from this incident,” the statement concluded.
