Nigeria’s Allied Air Faces Safety Probe After Aircraft Incident

The Nigerian Safety Investigation Bureau (NSIB) has directed the Nigeria Civil Aviation Authority (NCAA) to inspect all Allied Air (4W, Lagos) aircraft following a December 11, 2024, accident involving a Boeing 737-400(SF), 5N-JRT (msn 26081). The investigation focuses on potential mechanical and structural issues, including the flap and landing gear systems.

The accident occurred during final approach at Abuja, when the aircraft’s flaps failed to reach the commanded position. Upon landing, the right main landing gear detached, causing the engine nacelle to scrape the runway before the aircraft veered off onto the grass. The aircraft also suffered two main wheel tyre bursts, but the crew was unharmed.

The NSIB’s probe includes a detailed inspection of the right main landing gear assembly, flap drive system components, and tyre testing.

Founded in 1998, Allied Air holds an air operator’s certificate (AOC) valid until July 30, 2026. The airline’s fleet consists of two Boeing 737-400(SF)s and one Boeing 737-800(SF), operating both scheduled and charter cargo services.

Headquartered in Lagos, Allied Air serves key African destinations including Accra (Ghana), Freetown (Sierra Leone), Monrovia (Liberia), Entebbe (Uganda), and Malabo (Equatorial Guinea), alongside regular flights to Liège, Belgium.

The ongoing safety investigation highlights growing regulatory scrutiny on Nigeria’s cargo carriers, ensuring compliance with international aviation safety standards.

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