United Nigeria Airlines grounds plane after another bird strike
United Nigeria Airlines has grounded one of its aircraft following a bird strike during landing in Abuja. The incident marks the fifth time the airline has experienced a bird strike in 2026. According to spokesperson Chibuike Uloka, the affected plane was immediately withdrawn from service for technical inspections. The airline apologised to passengers and assured them that safety remains their top priority.
What we know
- A United Nigeria Airlines CRJ-900 suffered a bird strike while landing in Abuja on Flight UN0579 from Kano.
- The aircraft was immediately removed from service for comprehensive technical checks and maintenance.
- Chibuike Uloka, the airline’s spokesperson, confirmed the incident and outlined the airline’s safety protocols.
- The disruption is expected to affect flight schedules across the airline’s network.
- United Nigeria Airlines stated this is the fifth bird strike incident for the airline in 2026 and reiterated its commitment to safety and regulatory compliance.
