The Nigerian Safety Investigation Bureau (NSIB) has launched a comprehensive probe into Fly Bird’s double engine loss incident following a serious engine malfunction mid-flight. The Fly Bird HS 125 aircraft, registered as 5N-KAL, experienced technical issues during its December 6, 2024, journey from Nnamdi Azikiwe International Airport, Abuja, to Kotoka International Airport, Accra. Moreover, his investigation aims to uncover the root causes of the incident and enhance aviation safety.
Preliminary findings indicate that the aircraft, carrying three crew members and one passenger, encountered an engine No. 2 indication issue while climbing through flight level 240. At 17:54 UTC, approximately 25 nautical miles southwest of VOR station VONUK, the crew requested to return to Abuja. Air traffic control promptly approved the diversion, clearing the aircraft to descend to flight level 190.
As the descent commenced, engine No. 2 failed entirely at flight level 230, prompting the crew to prioritize an emergency return. The situation worsened when, at approximately 5,000 feet during the approach to Nnamdi Azikiwe International Airport, engine No. 1 also failed. The crew declared a Mayday and successfully executed an emergency landing at 18:16 UTC. All four individuals onboard were unharmed.
The NSIB’s Go Team is leading Fly Bird’s double engine loss investigation by gathering evidence and conducting detailed personnel interviews. “Our investigation seeks to uncover underlying causes to prevent future incidents,” an NSIB spokesperson said, emphasizing enhanced aviation safety measures.
This investigation highlights the critical importance of rigorous oversight and proactive safety measures in aviation. The NSIB remains committed to ensuring safe air travel in Nigeria and beyond, with findings from the Fly Bird incident investigation expected to provide valuable insights.
The Nigerian Safety Investigation Bureau promotes transport safety by conducting objective, comprehensive, and accurate investigations into accidents and incidents nationwide. Its primary aim involves identifying probable causes of accidents and advocating for targeted safety improvements based on its detailed findings
