- Safiu Kehinde
No fewer than 59 persons have escaped death after a Max Air aircraft with registration number 5N-MBD, B733 crash-landed on Tuesday night at Malam Aminu Kano International Airport (MAKIA).
The plane reportedly carrying 53 passengers and six crew members, was arriving from Lagos when the incident occurred at approximately 10:45 PM.
According to report, one of the passengers, Aliyu Inuwa Mansir, a correspondent with SolaceBase, reported that the mishap happened after the aircraft’s front tire burst into flames upon landing.
“Immediately after the tire burst into flames, smoke filled the cabin, and we had to evacuate through the emergency exit,
“As we exited the aircraft, firefighters were already on the scene, spraying water to contain the flames.” Mansir recounted.
Confirming the incident, Malam Bello Ramadan, the Station Manager of Max Air, disclosed that all passengers and crew members were safely evacuated.
He, however, apologized for the inconveniences the disturbing incident must have caused.
“I sincerely apologize for the inconvenience caused and thank God for the safety of everyone on board. The well-being of our passengers and crew is always our top priority.” he said.
Ramadan further explained that the airline followed standard safety procedures for crash-landings and runway overshoots, which included: immediate evacuation of passengers, isolation of the pilots and collaboration with aviation safety authorities.
More details later…