Air Peace Blames Fuel Shortage, Weather For Abuja Flight Disruptions

Air Peace, the Nigerian airline, has blamed fuel shortages and adverse weather conditions for recent flight disruptions at Nnamdi Azikiwe International Airport in Abuja. In a statement released in response to social media reports and videos of passenger concerns, the airline explained the delays affecting its Abuja-Maiduguri service.

Air Peace stated that the initial delays to its Abuja operations were due to the unavailability of Jet A1 aviation fuel, a problem that also impacted other airlines using the airport. Once fuel became available, the airline's affected flights resumed operations as scheduled. However, the Abuja-Maiduguri route could not operate as initially planned.

The airline explained that while an extension was initially granted for the flight, by the time the aircraft was ready for boarding, the prevailing Visual Flight Rules (VFR) conditions meant that the extension was no longer viable, as the flight could not operate beyond sunset.

Despite an extension, Air Peace's Abuja-Maiduguri service could not operate due to VFR conditions when the aircraft was ready for boarding, as the flight could not operate beyond sunset. Affected passengers were provided with hotel accommodation following the cancellation of the flight, and arrangements were made to re-launch the service the following day.

The airline apologized to passengers for the disruptions, expressing appreciation for their patience and understanding. Air Peace reiterated its commitment to prioritizing safety in its operations.