Accident Overview
On July 14, 2008, at approximately 1744 UTC, Chanchangi Airlines flight 138, a Boeing 737-282 bearing registration 5N-BIG, crashed during landing at Port Harcourt International Airport in Nigeria. The aircraft overran runway 21 after conducting an instrument approach.
Weather Conditions
Instrument meteorological conditions prevailed at the time of the accident. Thunderstorms were reported in the vicinity of the airport.
Occupant and Aircraft Status
The flight carried 6 crew members and 40 passengers. All crew members and passengers were uninjured except for one passenger who received minor injuries. The aircraft sustained substantial damage. No fire occurred.
Flight Details
The flight originated from Lagos, Nigeria, and was destined for Port Harcourt. The Nigeria Accident Investigation Bureau is leading the investigation, and a United States Accredited Representative has been designated from the National Transportation Safety Board in Washington, D.C.
Investigation
The investigation is ongoing, with authorities examining the circumstances surrounding the runway overrun.