Panic as plane with at least 100 passengers makes emergency landing in Abuja

There was a mild panic after a Dana Air Boeing 737 aircraft with registration number (5N DNA) which had no fewer than 100 people on board made an emergency landing on approach at the Nnamdi Azikiwe International Airport following an issue with one of its engines.

The incident was confirmed by the airline confirmed in a statement on Tuesday, July 19, 2022, saying it happened at about 2:52 pm and the passengers were unhurt.

According to the statement, the Nigerian Civil Aviation Authority (NCAA) has been briefed on the incident

The statement reads partly; “Our Abuja-bound Boeing 737 aircraft with registration number (5N DNA) embarked on an emergency landing today, 19th July 2022, due to an indication on one of its engines.

“The pilot in command briefed the passengers on the incident and landed the aircraft safely at the Abuja International Airport at about 2:52 pm.

“All 100 passengers disembarked safely and the aircraft has been grounded for immediate attention by our team of engineers.

“The Nigerian Civil Aviation Authority (NCAA) has also been briefed on the incident,” the statement said.

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