The Nigeria Civil Aviation Authority (NCAA) has grounded a Rano Air aircraft following an incident involving mid-air engine failure and a fire scare.
The aviation regulator reported that the Kano to Sokoto flight operated by the airline had to return mid-air after an incident on Sunday, June 29, 2025.
Panic erupted among passengers when a fire scare was detected on the flight deck.
NCAA spokesperson Michael Achimugu stated that the pilots of aircraft 5N-BZY reported the incident to air traffic controllers, prompting the initiation of necessary steps for an emergency landing.
Achimugu stated that the Rano aircraft 5N-BZY encountered an engine failure.
Smoke was observed in both the cabin and flight deck, prompting everyone to put on oxygen masks.
Appropriate safety protocols were activated on the ground for landing. As smoke cleared, the pilot successfully landed the aircraft without any incident.
The NCAA Directorate of Airworthiness mandated that aircraft 5N-BZY stay grounded until the investigations are completed.
Post a Comment