A potentially dangerous incident occurred on Monday involving an Air Peace Airlines Embraer ERJ 145 aircraft.
The plane’s windshield shattered as it descended into Nnamdi Azikiwe International Airport in Abuja.
Despite the alarming situation, the flight, which had departed from Akure, Ondo State, at 8:30 am, successfully landed at 9:40 am without further complications.
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Notably, human rights activist Omoyele Sowore was among the passengers onboard, traveling to Abuja for a court trial.
Although the flight crew chose not to inform passengers of the incident, sources disclosed that it caused concern within the aviation industry due to the unusual nature of such events.
It was later reported that Air Peace cancelled its Abuja to Lagos and Akure to Lagos flights following the incident.
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An Air Peace staff member who spoke anonymously to *SaharaReporters*, clarified that the incident involved only a crack in the windshield, which was promptly repaired.
“It was a crack that was noticed, and, of course, as soon as it was detected, we immediately called for repairs. That’s why we brought in another aircraft to operate that flight.
“It wasn’t a cause for panic. This information was even communicated at the airport.
“I can tell you for free that it was a crack. The same aircraft has operated several flights today after the repair. Our team came in from Lagos with a replacement windshield, and the aircraft has been flying since. I believe it’s still in operation now.”
The Air Peace source confirmed that the incident took place early on Monday and insisted that the issue had been resolved.
The source said, “It has been rectified. This happened early in the morning. Our crew flights usually start in the morning, so I’m surprised this has become an issue.”
When asked about the panic caused by the incident, he said, “Sorry, I think this is an overreaction by some passengers. We informed them that the flight would be delayed due to operational reasons, which were stated clearly. However, you know how people react when given such information.
“The aircraft had a crack, and I can confirm that it was replaced immediately. Our team flew in from Lagos with an extra windshield, and the repair was done quickly. That same aircraft has flown three flights today.”
“Yes, there might have been a delay in service, but the flight did operate. We replaced the affected aircraft, and it’s now operating other services,” the source added.
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