Max Air management has asserted that the company’s foreign operations are unaffected by the current suspension issued by the Nigeria Civil Aviation Authority.
Newsmen earlier reported that the Nigeria Civil Aviation Authority suspended Max Air’s domestic flight operations following a tyre burst incident involving one of its aircraft in Kano on Tuesday night.
The incident involved its aircraft at Mallam Aminu Kano International Airport, Kano.
The Federal Government, through NCAA, announced the decision on Wednesday.
A Max Air B734 aircraft, with registration marks 5N-MBD, experienced the tyre burst while landing on Tuesday, January 28, 2025, at about 10:51 pm. This marks the third incident involving the airline in three months.
Although all 53 passengers on board were safely evacuated, the aircraft was temporarily shut down before the Federal Airports Authority of Nigeria (FAAN) reopened the runway at 08:00 am on Wednesday.
The Nigerian Safety Investigation Bureau (NSIB) has launched an investigation.
Confirming the incident, NCAA’s Director of Public Affairs and Consumer Protection, Michael Achimugu, stated, “It must be stated that the specific cause(s) of this incident can only be established after the NSIB has conducted its investigation.”
Achimugu further explained that the NCAA had already begun organisational risk profiles for all scheduled operators, including Max Air.
In a press statement issued on Friday evening, the airline said its flights are still operating foreign lands.
The statement reads: “Following the recent incident involving one of our aircraft in Kano, we wish to reassure our esteemed customers and stakeholders that our international operations remain unaffected.
“We apologize for any inconvenience caused by the disruption to our domestic services and appreciate the understanding and cooperation of our customers.
“We will continue to provide updates on the status of our domestic operations and appreciate your patience and understanding during this time.”
