…As FAAN Rescue Team De-boards 256 Souls
Four passengers and two crew members sustained serious injuries, while 27 passengers and five crew members had minor injuries when a
United Airlines aircraft Boeing 787-800 with 245 passengers and 11 crew made emergency landing at the Murtala Muhammed International Airport,Lagos
The aircraft according to the Director of Public Affairs and Consumer Protection, Mrs Obiageli Orah, the aircraft departed from Murtala Muhammed International Airport (MMIA), Lagos, at 23:59 on Thursday, January 23, 2025 made an emergency landing safely at 03:22 this morning.
On board were 245 adults and 11 crew members.
The team of Aerodrome Rescue and Fire Fighting Services (ARFFS), Aviation Medical and, Aviation Security (AVSEC) were already at the gate when the aeroplane parked for deboarding at D31 without incident, and the door was opened at 03:37.
The rescue team responded swiftly and effectively, having been on alert and standby just four minutes after the pilot reported distress at 01:20.
Aviation Medical ambulances transported the injured passengers—some to the MMA Clinic and others to the Headquarters Clinic.
According to be statement those with minor injuries received first aid and were discharged immediately, while those with serious injuries were stabilised and transferred to the Duchess Hospital in Ikeja.
Some passengers were also taken to a hotel for accommodation. The aircraft itself did not sustain any major damage.
The authority will continue to provide updates as they become available.
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