- the airline said the affected aircraft was immediately taken out of service
- the decision was necessary to allow for a full technical inspection
- The airline noted that the incident would likely cause disruptions to its flight schedule across various routes
United Nigeria Airlines has experienced another operational setback after one of its aircraft was grounded following a bird strike incident, the fifth of such occurrence involving the carrier in 2026.
The airline confirmed that a Bombardier CRJ-900 aircraft was hit by a bird while landing in Abuja on Flight UN0579, which had departed from the Mallam Aminu Kano International Airport en route to the Nnamdi Azikiwe International Airport, Eko Hot Blog reports.
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In a statement released on Wednesday through its spokesperson, Chibuike Uloka, the airline said the affected aircraft was immediately taken out of service in line with strict safety procedures.
According to the statement, the decision was necessary to allow for a full technical inspection and any required maintenance before the aircraft could return to operation.
The airline noted that the incident would likely cause disruptions to its flight schedule across various routes, but emphasised that passenger safety remains its top priority.
It apologised for any inconvenience caused, stressing that the disruption was unavoidable and that customers’ safety guided all operational decisions.
United Nigeria Airlines also acknowledged that this is the fifth bird strike involving its fleet this year, but maintained that each case has been handled according to established aviation safety regulations and global best practices.
The carrier assured passengers that it remains committed to maintaining safe and reliable services, adding that it continues to take measures aimed at improving operational efficiency and reducing disruptions.
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