The Digest:
An Air Peace flight from Lagos to Accra was disrupted before takeoff after a ground handling conveyor belt collided with the aircraft, causing damage and forcing the airline to transfer passengers to another plane.
Key Points:
- The incident occurred after passengers had boarded the brand-new Embraer E2 aircraft.
- The collision damaged the aircraft's engine cover, grounding it for repairs.
- All passengers were safely disembarked and accommodated on an alternative aircraft.
- The affected plane was fully booked with flights scheduled until mid-January 2026.
- NCAA Director Michael Achimugu stated the airline faces refunds, compensation, and reputational damage through no fault of its own.
- He called for greater accountability for poorly trained ground-handling personnel.
- The NCAA is considering stricter regulations and sanctions for responsible service providers.
Sources: The Cable, Vanguard
