Emergency beach landing following dual engine failure near Lagos

No fatalities • Lagos, Nigeria • Flight

An aircraft experienced a simultaneous loss of power in both engines during flight, resulting in an emergency landing on a beach southeast of Lagos.

What happened

While operating in transit, the aircraft experienced a double engine failure that rendered the plane unable to maintain sustained flight. In response to the loss of propulsion, the pilot initiated a descent to lower the altitude.

The crew successfully navigated the aircraft toward a coastal area, performing an emergency landing on a beach situated approximately 112 km southeast of Lagos. While the impact resulted in the aircraft being written off, there were no fatalities or injuries reported among those on board.

Findings

Official investigations into the incident concluded that the primary factor was the simultaneous failure of both engines during the flight phase.

Probable cause

The dual engine failure occurred for reasons that remain undetermined.

Frequently asked questions

What happened in the 1978-08-11 Beechcraft 100 King Air accident near Lagos, Nigeria?

An aircraft experienced a simultaneous loss of power in both engines during flight, resulting in an emergency landing on a beach southeast of Lagos.

Were there any fatalities in the 1978-08-11 Beechcraft 100 King Air accident?

No fatalities were recorded in this accident.

What aircraft was involved and where did it happen?

The accident on 1978-08-11 involved a Beechcraft 100 King Air, registration N81MD, operated by J. Ray McDermott & Company, at Lagos, Nigeria.

What was the probable cause of the accident?

The dual engine failure occurred for reasons that remain undetermined.

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