Nigeria Airways Flight 357 Kaduna Overrun

11 fatalities • Kaduna Airport (KAD)

On November 13, 1995, a Nigeria Airways Boeing 737-2F9 overran the runway at Kaduna Airport during its second leg. The incident resulted in a fire that destroyed the aircraft, killing 11 of the 124 passengers aboard, while all crew members survived.

What happened

Nigeria Airways Flight 357 operated as a domestic service connecting Yola to Lagos, with intermediate stops at Jos and Kaduna. On November 13, 1995, the aircraft involved was a Boeing 737-2F9. During the segment traveling from Jos to Kaduna, the flight landed at Kaduna International Airport. Upon landing, the aircraft failed to stop within the runway limits, resulting in a significant overrun. This incident triggered a fire that completely destroyed the airframe.

Investigation

The source material does not provide specific details regarding the investigative procedures or findings beyond the immediate outcome of the accident. It confirms the sequence of events leading to the destruction of the aircraft but does not elaborate on the technical or procedural causes analyzed by authorities.

Findings

The accident resulted in a total loss of the aircraft. Of the 124 passengers on board, 11 lost their lives in the incident. All 14 crew members managed to survive the event. The registration of the aircraft is not provided in the source text.

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Frequently asked questions

What happened in the 13 Nov 1995 Boeing 737-2F9 accident near Kaduna Airport (KAD)?

On November 13, 1995, a Nigeria Airways Boeing 737-2F9 overran the runway at Kaduna Airport during its second leg. The incident resulted in a fire that destroyed the aircraft, killing 11 of the 124 passengers aboard, while all crew members survived.

Were there any fatalities in the 13 Nov 1995 Boeing 737-2F9 accident?

The accident was fatal, resulting in 11 fatalities.

What aircraft was involved and where did it happen?

The accident on 13 Nov 1995 involved a Boeing 737-2F9, operated by Nigeria Airways, at Kaduna Airport (KAD).

Investigation report by Wikidata contributors. Original record: https://www.wikidata.org/wiki/Q7032791. This page is a structured re-presentation; facts and quotes are in the CC0 (Wikidata).

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