NSIB launches investigation into Lagos plane crash

Any pertinent data, including images, videos, or recordings that might clarify the incident's circumstances is being sought for.A thorough inquiry has been launched by the Nigerian Safety inquiry Bureau (NSIB) into a terrifying event involving a light single airplane that took place on August 1, 2023, in the Ikeja neighborhood of Lagos State.An unfortunate Jabiru J430 with the nationality and registration marks 5N-CCQ was being flown by Air First Hospitality & Tours at the time of the accident. The incident occurred during a normal test flight within Lagos just after 3:00 PM local time, according to a statement released by the NSIB on Tuesday night. Despite the alarming nature of the accident, authorities have confirmed that there were no fatalities resulting from the crash. At the time of impact, the aircraft caught fire; however, the situation was kept under control by the timely rainfall, which helped in containing the spread of the blaze. The four individuals onboard the airplane were quickly taken to a nearby hospital for medical attention. NSIB, the agency entrusted with the responsibility of investigating transportation accidents and serious incidents in Nigeria, is actively seeking assistance from the general public to facilitate a comprehensive probe into the matter. They are requesting for any relevant information such as pictures, videos, or recordings that could shed light on the circumstances surrounding the incident.