The Nigerian Safety Investigation Bureau (NSIB) has
commenced an investigation after an aircraft made a precautionary engine
shutdown and diversion due to technical concerns.
In a statement issued by the agency’s Director of
Public Affairs and Family Assistance, Mrs. Bimbo Olawumi Oladeji, the Bureau
disclosed that the flight crew noticed abnormal engine readings while cruising.
According to the statement, the pilots followed
established safety procedures by shutting down the affected engine as a
precaution and diverting to the nearest suitable airport.
The aircraft landed safely in Benin without incident,
and all passengers and crew disembarked normally. No injuries were recorded.
Preliminary visual inspections at Benin Airport
indicated significant damage to the affected engine.
The NSIB stated that, in line with its statutory
responsibilities and international aviation standards under ICAO Annex 13, it
has initiated a full investigation into the occurrence.
A preliminary assessment team is currently en route to
Benin to secure the aircraft, gather and document evidence, interview relevant
personnel and witnesses, and retrieve flight data and cockpit voice recordings.
The Bureau said it is collaborating with the Nigerian
Civil Aviation Authority (NCAA), Arik Air, and other stakeholders to establish
the sequence of events and identify any contributing factors.
A preliminary report is expected within 30 days, while
a comprehensive final report will be released at the conclusion of the
investigation.
Mrs. Oladeji reiterated that passenger and crew safety
remains the Bureau’s top priority and encouraged anyone with useful information
to contact the agency through its official channels.
The NSIB assured the public that further updates would
be provided as more details emerge.
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