Accident Summary
On final approach to Lagos-Murtala Muhammed Airport, an aircraft experienced simultaneous failure of both engines due to fuel exhaustion. The aircraft lost altitude, collided with approach lights, and crashed short of the runway threshold. All four occupants sustained minor injuries. The aircraft was damaged beyond repair. The exact date of the occurrence in May 2001 is not specified.
Sequence of Events
During the final approach phase, both engines stopped simultaneously. The cause was determined to be fuel exhaustion. The aircraft was unable to maintain height and struck the approach lighting system before impacting the ground short of the runway. The accident resulted in minor injuries to all four persons on board, while the aircraft sustained substantial damage.
Probable Cause
The official finding attributed the accident to a double engine failure on final approach due to fuel exhaustion, compounded by poor flight preparation.