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Aircraft Overrun at Port Harcourt Airport (5N-ANW)

Port Harcourt, NigeriaLanding (descent or approach)

On October 15, 1988, a Boeing 737-200 (registration 5N-ANW) operated by Nigeria Airways was involved in an aviation accident near Port Harcourt, Nigeria during landing or approach. No fatalities were reported. This summary draws on records from the Bureau of Aircraft Accidents Archives (B3A); 8 related events involving the same aircraft type or operator are linked below.

Sourcesthe Bureau of Aircraft Accidents Archives (B3A)Source recordUpdated 2026-09-03Data APIEditorial standards
Boeing 737-200
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An aircraft overran the runway at Port Harcourt Airport during heavy rain after landing. The nose and right main gear collapsed on soft ground, injuring 36 occupants and causing irreparable damage.

Incident Overview and Conditions The approach to Port Harcourt Airport was completed in heavy rain. After touchdown, the aircraft encountered difficulties stopping within the remaining runway distance and overran the runway. ## Damage and Casualties While contacting soft ground, the nose and right main gear collapsed, and the aircraft came to rest. A total of 36 occupants were injured, and the aircraft was damaged beyond repair. ## Investigation Status The source does not specify the aircraft type, registration, date, operator, or the probable cause of the incident. No further details are available in the provided text.

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What happened in the 15 Oct 1988 Boeing 737-200 accident near Port Harcourt, Nigeria?

An aircraft overran the runway at Port Harcourt Airport during heavy rain after landing. The nose and right main gear collapsed on soft ground, injuring 36 occupants and causing irreparable damage.

Were there any fatalities in the 15 Oct 1988 Boeing 737-200 accident?

No fatalities were recorded in this accident.

What aircraft was involved and where did it happen?

The accident on 15 Oct 1988 involved a Boeing 737-200, registration 5N-ANW, operated by Nigeria Airways, at Port Harcourt, Nigeria.

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