Arik Air says one of its aircraft
made a return to Lagos when the pilot noticed an ”oil indication light” .
The aircraft, a Boeing 737-700 NG
operating flight W3 740, was bound for Port-Harcourt on Wednesday morning.
In a statement, the airline said
the pilot opted to return to the Lagos airport where it took off from as a
safety precaution.
The airline said the
Port-Harcourt bound passengers have been provided another aircraft for their
journey, and it assured customers of its “high safety standards”.
“The aircraft was on its climb
when the pilot in command noticed the indication light and as a safety
precaution opted to return to airport of departure, Lagos,” it said.
“The Captain contacted the Lagos
control tower to intimate the Air Traffic Controller (ATC) of his decision and
activated emergency protocols. This is a standard operating procedure and in
line with best safety standards.
“The Port Harcourt bound
passengers have been provided another aircraft for their journey while our team
of engineers are inspecting the Boeing that returned to ramp.
“Arik Air hereby assures its
customers that it will not compromise the high safety standards the airline is
known for.”
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