Air Peace blames fuel shortage, weather for Abuja flight disruptions
Nigeria's largest airline says a Jet A1 fuel shortage and an operating restriction at Maiduguri airport caused delays and cancellations, with passengers expressing concerns online.
What happened
Air Peace attributed flight disruptions at Nnamdi Azikiwe International Airport, Abuja to a shortage of Jet A1 aviation fuel and an operating restriction at Maiduguri airport.14
The airline said weather also contributed to the cancellation of an Abuja-Maiduguri flight.23
Air Peace said the Abuja-Maiduguri service could not operate before Maiduguri airport's night operating window ended, and passengers were provided with refreshments and hotel accommodation.2
The airline said it would continue to prioritize safety considerations in its operations.3
Reports and footage circulated across media and social media showing passengers expressing concerns over the disruptions.4
Key points
What the coverage leaves out
- None of the outlets reviewed reported how many flights or passengers were affected in total.
- None of the outlets reviewed reported comment from aviation authorities or fuel suppliers on the cause of the Jet A1 shortage.
- None of the outlets reviewed detailed the specific weather conditions or the nature of the Maiduguri airport operating restriction.
Why it matters
Air Peace is described as Nigeria's largest airline.4
Sources (4)
Every outlet we drew on, grouped by where it is based. Read the originals for the full reporting.
Africa
- 1NairametricsNGPrivate
Air Peace cites Jet A1 shortage, Maiduguri airport restriction for flight disruption
- 2Premium TimesNGIndependent
Air Peace blames fuel shortage, weather for Abuja-Maiduguri flight cancellation
- 3Channels TelevisionNGPrivate
Air Peace Blames Fuel Shortage, Weather For Abuja Flight Disruptions
- 4VanguardNGPrivate
Air Peace blames fuel shortage, weather for Abuja delayed, cancelled flights