NAF C-130 Aircraft Lands Safely in Banjul, En Route to Portugal for Maintenance
Oru Leonard
The Nigerian Air Force (NAF) has confirmed that its C-130 aircraft, which made a precautionary landing during a ferry flight, has landed safely in Banjul, The Gambia on Tuesday. The aircraft is headed to Portugal for scheduled depot maintenance, with all personnel on board safe and the aircraft remaining serviceable.
This is after transiting Accra in line with an updated flight plan, routing through Casablanca to Portugal for scheduled depot maintenance. Ferry flights for aircraft programmed for maintenance are required to operate through designated airfields, with movements appropriately spaced in accordance with established aviation safety procedures.
NAF said that all personnel are safe and the aircraft remains serviceable, while Nigerian Air Force appreciates the host authorities in Ghana, The Gambia, and other countries overflown for the kind support extended to the crew, and also acknowledges the concern and goodwill expressed by Nigerians. The Service reassures the public of its unwavering commitment to the highest standards of safety and professionalism in all operations.
(NAF Media, 23 December 2025)
