Flybird Aircraft Landing Gear Collapse
Analysis based on 7 articles · First reported Dec 14, 2025 · Last updated Dec 15, 2025
The incident involving Flybird Aircraft Management Services Limited's Hawker 800 aircraft could lead to increased scrutiny and potential regulatory changes within the Nigerian aviation sector, potentially affecting other private aviation companies. While no injuries were reported, such incidents can negatively impact public confidence in air travel and the reputation of the involved entities.
An aviation incident occurred at Malam Aminu Kano International Airport involving a Hawker 800 aircraft operated by Flybird Aircraft Management Services Limited. The aircraft, on a non-scheduled domestic passenger flight from Nigeria — Nnamdi Azikiwe International Airport, experienced a landing gear indication anomaly during its approach. Despite air traffic controllers visually confirming the landing gear appeared extended, the nose landing gear collapsed during the landing roll. All eight persons on board disembarked safely with no injuries. The Nigeria — Nigerian Safety Investigation Bureau has commenced an investigation to determine the circumstances and prevent future occurrences, examining aircraft systems, operational procedures, maintenance records, and crew actions.
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