Air Peace on Thursday reported that its Abuja-Lagos flight was disrupted by a bird strike shortly before takeoff in Abuja.
The Head of Corporate Communications, Air Peace, Ejike Ndiulo, said the 6:30 am flight was forced to return to the ramp as a safety measure.
A bird strike is a collision between a bird and an aircraft either in flight or during takeoff or landing.
Ndiulo, in a statement, said passengers on board were asked to disembark normally, and a replacement aircraft was immediately deployed to continue the journey.
He said, “We wish to inform our esteemed passengers that our Abuja-Lagos 06:30 flight experienced a bird strike before takeoff, prompting a ramp return as a safety measure. All passengers disembarked normally.
“We have deployed a replacement aircraft for the affected flight in order to minimize disruptions, thus ensuring that passengers continue their journeys promptly.
“We appeal for the understanding of our valued passengers impacted by this development, as well as those on other flights that may experience delays.
“At Air Peace, we are committed to providing safe, comfortable, and reliable air travel for all our passengers.”