By Ken Chiwendu
The Nigerian Safety Investigation Bureau (NSIB) says it has commenced an investigation Into the crash-landing of a Diamond Training aircraft operated by the Aviation Training School, Ilorin.
The Incident occurred at about 17:28 local time on Friday May 23, 2025, during a simulated Instrument Approach on Runway 05 at Ilorin International Airport.
In a statement,the Director, Public Affairs And Family Assistance, Nigerian Safety Investigation Bureau Bimbo Olawumi Oladeji said the aircraft veered off the Runway and came to a Stop on the Grass Verge.
According to NSIB,two occupants were on board, both sustained injuries and were swiftly evacuated to a medical facility, coordinated by The Nigerian Airspace Management Agency (Nama).
In response, the Nsib Go-team has visited the location for an on-site Investigations.
Further updates will be provided as the investigation progresses.
