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FlyBird Aircraft Landing Gear Collapses at Kano Airport; Eight Occupants Unhurt

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FlyBird Aircraft Landing Gear Collapses at Kano Airport; Eight Occupants Unhurt
Eight occupants safely evacuated following a FlyBird aircraft's landing gear collapse at Nigeria's Mallam Aminu Kano International Airport.

Key Points

  • 1Eight occupants were safely evacuated after a FlyBird aircraft's landing gear collapsed at Mallam Aminu Kano International Airport.
  • 2The incident occurred on Sunday in Kano, Nigeria, with no injuries reported among those onboard the aircraft.
  • 3Nigerian aviation authorities have launched an investigation into the cause of the landing gear failure.

A FlyBird aircraft experienced a landing gear collapse upon arrival at Mallam Aminu Kano International Airport (DNKN) in Kano, Nigeria, on Sunday. All eight persons aboard the aircraft were safely evacuated without sustaining any injuries following the incident. Emergency services were promptly on the scene to manage the situation and ensure the safety of the occupants and airport operations.

Nigerian aviation authorities have initiated an investigation into the cause of the landing gear failure. The Accident Investigation Bureau (AIB) Nigeria is expected to examine the aircraft, review maintenance records, and interview the flight crew as part of its standard procedure for such incidents. The airport briefly suspended operations to facilitate the emergency response before resuming normal service.

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FlyBirdKano AirportAircraft IncidentLanding GearAviation SafetyNigeria

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