Six individuals sustained serious injuries following United Airlines Flight UA613’s emergency landing at Lagos airport. FAAN confirms swift rescue operations and ongoing investigations. The Federal Airports Authority of Nigeria (FAAN) has confirmed that six individuals sustained serious injuries following an emergency landing by United Airlines Flight UA613 at Murtala Muhammed International Airport (MMIA), Lagos. The incident occurred in the early hours of Friday. Emergency Landing Details The United Airlines Boeing 787-8, which was headed to Washington Dulles International Airport from Lagos, had a total of 245 passengers, eight flight attendants, and three pilots on board. According to FAAN’s Director of Public Affairs and Consumer Protection, Obiageli Orah, the flight departed MMIA at 11:59 PM on Thursday but had to return mid-air, landing safely at 3:22 AM on Friday. “All passengers and crew were safely evacuated. However, four passengers and two crew members sustained serious injuries. Additionally, 27 passengers and five crew members reported minor injuries,” Orah said. Rescue and Medical Response The FAAN Aerodrome Rescue and Fire Fighting Services, Aviation Medical team, and Aviation Security were on standby at the airport. The aircraft parked without incident at Gate D31, and the doors were opened for evacuation at 3:37 AM. Passengers with serious injuries were promptly transported to medical facilities, including the MMA Clinic and Duchess Hospital in Ikeja. Those with minor injuries received first aid and were discharged shortly after. To ensure passenger welfare, other travelers were accommodated at a nearby hotel. Aircraft Condition and FAAN’s Statement FAAN confirmed that the aircraft did not sustain major damage during the incident. The agency pledged to release further updates as investigations into the cause of the emergency landing unfold. Conclusion This incident highlights the importance of swift and efficient emergency response at Nigerian airports. FAAN’s commitment to passenger safety and well-coordinated rescue efforts helped mitigate the potential impact of the emergency landing. READ ALSO: Follow the LMSINT MEDIA channel on WhatsApp: Join Our WhatsApp Group Hear: Chat on WhatsApp Join our Telegram Chanel.
An Allied Air Cargo plane with registration number 5N-JRT skidded off Runway 22 at Nnamdi Azikiwe International Airport, Abuja, leading to a temporary suspension of airport activities. The Federal Airports Authority of Nigeria (FAAN) confirmed that the incident occurred at 10:05 a.m., involving five individuals on board. Fortunately, all passengers were safely evacuated without any injuries. Mrs. Obiageli Orah, FAAN’s Director of Public Affairs and Consumer Protection, issued a statement addressing the situation. “The Airport Emergency Response Team is actively managing the scene in collaboration with accident investigators. The runway is being cleared and is expected to reopen shortly. We appreciate the public’s patience and urge against speculation until the Nigeria Safety Investigation Bureau (NSIB) releases its preliminary findings.” As a precaution, the evacuees underwent medical checks at the FAAN clinic. Aviation stakeholders are closely monitoring the situation, while efforts to restore normal operations are underway. READ ALSO: Follow the LMSINT MEDIA channel on WhatsApp: Join Our WhatsApp Group Hear: Chat on WhatsApp Join our Telegram Chanel.
