Attributes to Airspace Disagreement With Unnamed African Country
- Safiu Kehinde
Nigerian commericial airline, Air Peace, has again rescheduled its Lagos to London flight.
This is coming barely a week after the airline suspended same flight operation over minor aircraft fault.
In a latest development disclosed in a statement issued on its X handle on Thursday, Air Peace again announced disruption in its Lagos to London Gatwick flight operation scheduled for Wednesday.
The airline attributed the latest disruption to airspace disagreement with an unnamed African country which forced the aircraft to return to Lagos.
“Air Peace wishes to inform the flying public that its scheduled Lagos–London Gatwick service of 13 May 2026 experienced an operational disruption following enroute access issues involving the airspace authorities of an African country.
“As a result of the development and the need for immediate operational clarification with the relevant authorities, the aircraft safely returned to Lagos in accordance with established international aviation procedures.” The statement partly read.
While disclosing that the flight has been rescheduled, Air Peace aplogised to all affected passengers for the inconvenience which it claimed to be caused by the unforeseen disruption beyond its control.
“Consequently, the London Gatwick service was rescheduled while the matter was being resolved.
“Affected passengers were promptly informed of the situation, while care arrangements, including communication updates, support services, and necessary assistance, were provided for their convenience.
“Air Peace sincerely apologises to all affected passengers for the inconvenience caused by the unforeseen disruption which was beyond our control.
“The airline remains committed to maintaining operational integrity, regulatory compliance, and the highest standards of passenger service across its network.” The airline added.
Prior to similar disruption last week, NPO Reported that Nollywood actress, Funke Akindele, called out the airline over alleged abandonment of passengers in London Gatwick Airport.
The actress, who was also stranded alongside the other passengers, said Air Peace cited a bird strike incident as the cause of the delay.