Air Peace has confirmed that Flight P47190, operating from Lagos to Port Harcourt, encountered a runway excursion upon landing at Port Harcourt International Airport on Sunday. The incident, classified as a “runway excursion” in aviation terminology, occurred when the aircraft veered off the runway surface during its landing phase.
In an official statement, Air Peace spokesperson Mr. Osifo-Whiskey Efe assured the public that the aircraft “veered slightly off the runway without any damage” and emphasized that all passengers disembarked safely without injuries. “We remain steadfast in our commitment to upholding the highest safety standards across all operations,” Efe stated, while maintaining that the airline’s priority remains passenger safety and operational excellence.
While the exact cause of the incident remains undisclosed pending investigation, this marks the second such occurrence at a major Nigerian airport within twelve months. Aviation authorities are expected to conduct a thorough probe, following standard protocol for such incidents. The latest event echoes a similar December 2024 incident involving an Allied Air cargo Boeing 737-400 that veered off Runway 22 at Abuja’s Nnamdi Azikiwe International Airport.
Port Harcourt airport authorities have yet to issue an official statement regarding Sunday’s incident as investigations commence to determine contributing factors, which may include weather conditions, runway surface integrity, or operational variables. The aviation industry continues to monitor these developments closely, with particular attention to Nigeria’s airport infrastructure and safety protocols.
