Expect Flight Delays, FAAN Tells Passengers After Air Peace Plane Excursion

The Federal Airports Authority of Nigeria (FAAN) has asked passengers to expect flight delays on Sunday after Air Peace flight P47190 skidded off the runway at the Port Harcourt International in Rivers State.

In a statement, the director of Public Affairs & Consumer Protection, FAAN, Obiageli Orah, said the evacuation of the 127 passengers was completed safely with no casualties.

“Airpeace flight P47190, registration number 5N-BQQ, departed from Lagos (LOS) and landed at Port Harcourt International Airport (PHIA) at approximately 0745 hours. The aircraft overshot runway 03 upon landing.

“We are relieved to report that there were no casualties. Evacuation of the 127 passengers has been completed safely with no casualties. In the interim, please plan for flight delays for any departing flights to Port Harcourt.

“Further details will be provided as they become available. FAAN remains committed to the safety and security of the passengers,” Orah stated.