An Arik Air Boeing 737-700 made an emergency landing in Benin after a loud noise was heard from one of its engines, but all 80 people on board were unharmed.
An Arik Air Boeing 737-700, operating a flight from Lagos to Port Harcourt, was forced to make an emergency landing at Benin Airport following a loud bang detected from its left engine. The flight, identified as W3 740, was carrying 80 passengers and crew members when the incident occurred during the aircraft's descent into Port Harcourt.
According to Adebanjo Ola, a spokesperson for Arik Air, the crew reacted swiftly to the alarming situation by deciding to divert to Benin Airport as a precautionary measure. The Nigerian Safety Investigation Bureau later confirmed that there was "significant damage" to the affected engine, indicating that the emergency landing was essential for passenger safety.
Fortunately, all 80 individuals on board, including both passengers and crew, emerged from this incident unscathed. This occurrence underscores the importance of diligent airline protocols and the effectiveness of the flight crew's response during potentially dangerous situations, ensuring the well-being of those traveling with Arik Air.
