An Air Peace aircraft operating Flight P47190 from Lagos to Port Harcourt veered slightly off the runway upon landing at the Port Harcourt International Airport on Sunday morning, July 13, 2025.
The airline confirmed the incident in an official statement signed by its spokesperson, Osifo-whiskey Efe.
According to the statement, the aircraft experienced a “runway excursion” after it had safely touched down, stressing that no damage occurred.
“All passengers disembarked safely and calmly. No injuries were reported,” the statement read.
Air Peace reassured the public of its unwavering commitment to passenger safety and adherence to international aviation standards.
“We reaffirm our dedication to upholding the highest levels of safety in all our operations,” the statement concluded.
This incident comes just two months after another Air Peace aircraft was grounded at the Asaba International Airport in Delta State.
On May 11, a jet collided with a large antelope while taxiing on the runway, resulting in flight delays and damage to the aircraft.
Following the Asaba incident, the Nigerian Civil Aviation Authority (NCAA), through its Director of Public Affairs and Consumer Protection, Michael Achimugu, emphasized that while wildlife collisions are sometimes unavoidable, airlines must still meet all safety and passenger care obligations.
Meanwhile, aviation authorities are expected to carry out a routine investigation into the Port Harcourt runway incident to ensure continued operational safety.
