Max Air flight departing from Yola, to arrive Abuja today experiences tyre bursts.. Incident not a plane crash- Experts

Oru Leonard 

A Max Air flight with 143 passengers and 1 infant on board, departing from Yola on May 7th, 2023 at around 14:05 and scheduled to arrive in Abuja at 15:00, experienced two tyre bursts on landing at the Nnamdi Azikiwe international Airport. in Abuja.

A statement by Max Air Management disclosed that the emergency response team quickly responded at the Nnamdi Azikiwe international Airport.

“We are pleased to report that all passengers and crew onboard the aircraft are safe and sound. The airline has taken all necessary steps to ensure that the passengers are comfortable and are being taken care of during this time.

“They have been conveyed to the arrival terminal with their luggage and belongings.

“The aircraft tyres are being replaced and the aircraft will taxi to the ramp for further investigations before being released for future flights.

“We thank all the passengers for their patience and understanding for what transpired.

“The airline would like to extend its appreciation to the airport authorities, emergency services, and all relevant agencies who responded promptly and professionally to ensure the safety of all passengers and crew on board.

“Max Air will continue to provide updates on the situation as more formation becomes available.

“Max Air is committed to providing safe and reliable air travel to all its passengers. We thank all the passengers for their patience and understanding. for what transpired.

“The airline would like to extend its appreciation to the airport authorities, emergency services, and all relevant agencies who responded promptly and professionally to ensure the safety of all passengers and crew on board.” the statement said.

What you need to know the incident

Airline operator: Maxair
Aircraft type: B737
Aircraft Reg No.: 5N-MBD
Time of incident:1450hrs
Nature of incident: Faulty engine and burst left landing gears.
Passengers on board: 144 6 crew
Route: Yola to Abuja

Emergency response teams: FAAN ARFFS, Avsec, Airfield operations, FAAN Medical, Airforce, Airline Operator and other stakeholders.

It is not a plane crash but a Max Air aircraft from Yola to Abuja that landed at time 1357utc and had bursted tyres on landing. Passengers were safely evacuated while efforts are being made to tow the aircraft out of the Runway where it got stuck- Expert.