2 fatalities

2001-06-16: Partenavia P.68 (5N-ATE) — Network Aviation Services — Ikorodu, Nigeria

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On June 16, 2001, a Partenavia P.68 (registration 5N-ATE) operated by Network Aviation Services was involved in an aviation accident near Ikorodu, Nigeria in flight. 2 people were killed. This summary draws on records from the Bureau of Aircraft Accidents Archives (B3A).

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An aircraft crashed in Igbogbo, near Lagos, after the pilot reported engine problems and attempted to return. The pilot and a passenger were killed; another passenger was seriously injured.

Incident Details

The incident began when the aircraft, shortly after takeoff from Lagos-Murtala Muhammed Airport on a journey to Calabar, experienced engine difficulties. The pilot promptly communicated this to air traffic control and received clearance to return to the airport. While attempting an emergency landing, the aircraft collided with a tree and subsequently crashed in the Igbogbo area, which is a southern suburb of Ikorodu, situated around 25 kilometers east of the airport.

Injuries and Fatalities

Regarding the occupants, there were three individuals on board consisting of the pilot and two passengers. The pilot and one passenger died as a result of the crash. The remaining passenger was seriously injured.

Location

Igbogbo is located in the southern part of Ikorodu, within Lagos State, Nigeria.