Solace Base Staff, Others Escape Death as Max Air Plane Crash-Lands in Kano

A Max Air aircraft with registration number 5N-MBD, B733 crash-landed on Tuesday night at Malam Aminu Kano International Airport (MAKIA).

The plane, carrying 53 passengers and six crew members, was arriving from Lagos when the incident occurred at approximately 10:45 PM.

One of the passengers, Aliyu Inuwa Mansir, a correspondent with SolaceBase, reported that the mishap happened after the aircraft’s front tire burst into flames upon landing.

“Immediately after the tire burst into flames, smoke filled the cabin, and we had to evacuate through the emergency exit,” Mansir recounted.

“As we exited the aircraft, firefighters were already on the scene, spraying water to contain the flames.”

Speaking on the incident, Malam Bello Ramadan, the Station Manager of Max Air, confirmed that all passengers and crew members were safely evacuated.

“I sincerely apologize for the inconvenience caused and thank God for the safety of everyone on board. The well-being of our passengers and crew is always our top priority.”