Female Pilot Averts Air Peace Disaster

Air Peace has Commended the Pilot who safely landed their aircraft in the face of danger for her professionalism.

Captain Ajibola and her crew were commended for handling a situation in Lagos Tuesday morning.

According to a statement obtained from Mrs Henrietta Yakubu, GM public relations FAAN ,Captain Ajibola who noticed sudden weather changes when approaching Lagos demanded to land on the International runway as it is longer and wider than the domestic runway.

After landing safely and rolling to the runway exit, the nose gear developed a problem and partial collapsed. The crew notified the airport authorities who quickly ensured the safe evacuation of the passengers via the passenger door.

“We are committed to the safety of our passengers at all time. We will continue to operate in line with international practices and in accordance with regulatory guidelines. We are being assisted by the various authorities to determine to cause of the incident”, the statement concluded.

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