Technical snag caused Benin-Abuja flight return – Air Peace

By OLA MODUPE, Lagos –

Air Peace airline on Monday said its 12.50 p.m. flight from Benin to Abuja made a return to Benin as a result of a technical snag the aircraft encountered shortly after takeoff.

The Head of Corporate Communications, Air Peace Ltd, Ejike Nduilo, who stated this in a statement issued on Monday in Lagos, said the return to base was a necessary safety measure.

Ndullo added that the aircraft landed in Benin and passengers disembarked normally.

He said: “Our maintenance team are currently troubleshooting the cause of the snag.

“We are deploying replacement aircraft to Benin for us to minimise the disruptions and ensure passengers continue their journeys as soon as possible.

“We appeal for understanding of the passengers affected and others whose flights will be delayed as a result of this unforeseen development.”

“We remained committed to upholding safety standards”, he said.