23/07/2026
ENUGU AIR EMBRAER E170 OVERSHOOTS RUNWAY AT BENIN AIRPORT IN NIGERIA
An Enugu Air Embraer E170 overshot the runway at Benin Airport on Thursday, 23 July 2026. The aircraft was operating Flight 4264 from Lagos to Benin when it landed and failed to stop within the runway limits.
The Facts
The incident occurred during the rollout phase immediately after landing. The aircraft exited the runway and came to a stop beyond the threshold. All passengers and crew were evacuated safely. No injuries or fatalities were reported.
Emergency responders were deployed to the scene to assist passengers and secure the aircraft. Their quick intervention prevented further damage and reassured those on board.

The Consequences
The incident caused temporary disruption to flight operations at Benin Airport while recovery teams worked to remove the aircraft from its position. Flights were diverted or delayed until the runway was cleared and declared safe for operations.
The Investigation
The exact cause of the runway excursion has not yet been determined. An investigation is expected to be opened to establish whether the incident was due to human error, technical failure, adverse weather conditions, or infrastructure issues related to the runway itself.
