Air Peace Plane, Antelope Collision: FAAN says Asaba airport not under its management
The Federal Airports Authority of Nigeria says Asaba Airport, the location of the collision between an antelope and an Air Peace aircraft, is not under its management.
FAAN made the clarification on Monday, via its X account, @FAAN_Official.
“We will like to state that this incident did not occur at the Nnamdi Azikiwe International Airport, Abuja, which is managed by FAAN. The incident happened at the privately managed Asaba Airport, which is owned by Delta State Government,” said the aviation agency.
The statement added, “FAAN urges the public and media outlets to verify information through official channels to prevent the spread of misinformation. For accurate updates and information, please follow our official communication channels. Twitter: @FAAN_Official, Facebook: FAANOFFICIAL, Instagram: faan_official. Website: www.faan.gov.ng.”
FAAN sympathised with the parties involved in the collision.
Air Peace aircraft was grounded on Sunday at the Asaba International Airport after it collided with a large antelope while taxiing on the runway.
The incident caused flight disruptions.
(NAN)
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