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Fatal aircraft accident in southwest Nigeria (5N-AKO)

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On October 1, 1980, a Piper PA-31-310 Navajo (registration 5N-AKO) operated by Aero Contractors was involved in an aviation accident near Nigeria, Nigeria in flight. 4 people were killed. This summary draws on records from the Bureau of Aircraft Accidents Archives (B3A); 4 related events involving the same aircraft type or operator are linked below.

Sourcesthe Bureau of Aircraft Accidents Archives (B3A)Source recordUpdated 2026-06-14Data APIEditorial standards

An aircraft crashed in southwest Nigeria during a flight from Lagos to Benin City, resulting in the deaths of all four people on board.

What happened

A flight traveling from Lagos toward Benin City ended in an accident within the southwest region of Nigeria. The aircraft was performing its scheduled route when it went down under circumstances that remain undetermined. There were no survivors of the impact.

  • Location: Southwest Nigeria
  • Route: Lagos to Benin City
  • Fatalities: Four individuals

Findings

The specific reasons for the crash have not yet been established, as the event occurred under unknown circumstances. Investigations into the exact nature of the accident are required to determine why the flight failed to reach its destination.

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Frequently asked questions

What happened in the 1 Oct 1980 Piper PA-31-310 Navajo accident near Nigeria, Nigeria?

An aircraft crashed in southwest Nigeria during a flight from Lagos to Benin City, resulting in the deaths of all four people on board.

Were there any fatalities in the 1 Oct 1980 Piper PA-31-310 Navajo accident?

The accident was fatal, resulting in 4 fatalities.

What aircraft was involved and where did it happen?

The accident on 1 Oct 1980 involved a Piper PA-31-310 Navajo, registration 5N-AKO, operated by Aero Contractors, at Nigeria, Nigeria.

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