A Max Air Boeing 737, registered as SN-MBD, encountered a significant incident during landing at Malam Aminu Kano International Airport (MAKIA) on January 28, 2024, at approximately 10:50 local time.
The aircraft experienced a nose wheel landing gear collapse and a rear tire burst while landing on Runway 06/24.
There were 53 passengers and 6 crew members on board the aircraft at the time of the incident.
Fortunately, all individuals aboard were unharmed, and no injuries were reported.
Emergency services at the airport responded promptly to the situation, activating the emergency response plan to ensure the safety and security of all passengers and crew.
The aircraft has since been towed to Bay 5 for further examination.
The Nigerian Safety Investigation Bureau (NSIB) has initiated an investigation to ascertain the root cause of the incident, focusing on the mechanical failure that led to the landing gear collapse.
After the incident, airport operations resumed swiftly after teams enacted necessary safety protocols to ensure passenger security and confidence.
The airport authorities reopened the runway at 08:00 hours after thoroughly cleaning and assessing it, enabling normal flight operations to resume.
This reopening ensured that flights could continue without any further disruption to the schedule.
Mrs. Obiageli Orah, the Director of Public Affairs and Consumer Protection at the Federal Airports Authority of Nigeria (FAAN), emphasized the authority’s dedication to ensuring air travel safety in Nigeria.
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Consequently, she highlighted ongoing efforts and initiatives aimed at improving safety standards across all airports in the country.
Furthermore, she highlighted ongoing efforts to improve safety measures and enhance passenger experiences across all airports nationwide.
“We are grateful that there were no injuries in this incident,” she stated.
Our teams are actively collaborating with the NSIB to investigate the event’s circumstances.
Consequently, we will implement necessary safety measures to prevent future incidents.
We reassure passengers and stakeholders that we are following all safety protocols diligently.
Furthermore, the FAAN remains committed to maintaining high aviation safety standards at all Nigerian airports.
As the investigation progresses, we will provide updates to the public. This approach ensures transparency and helps maintain trust in the aviation sector.
For more information, passengers should reach out to their respective airlines or contact the FAAN public affairs office directly.
