The Nigerian Air Force (NAF) has constituted a 12-member specialist Aircraft Accident Investigation Board to research the ATR plane accident in Ondo State, set up the circumstances surrounding the crash, decide its causes, and advocate measures to forestall a recurrence.
A press release by the NAF spokesperson, Air Commodore Ehimen Ejodame, mentioned the Service was intensifying efforts in assist of ongoing search and restoration operations following the tragic accident involving its ATR 42 plane, NAF 931, at Igbokoda, Ondo State, on October 5, 2026.
He prolonged the Service’s heartfelt condolences to the bereaved households, colleagues, and all these affected by the tragedy.
According to Ejodame, the Chief of the Air Staff (CAS), Air Marshal Sunday Kelvin Aneke, had directed sustained search and restoration efforts, alongside a complete investigation into the accident, in furtherance of his dedication to establishing the info surrounding the incident.
He mentioned Air Vice Marshal E.O.E. Ebiowe, head of the Investigation and Recovery Team, was coordinating the broader response, whereas Air Vice Marshal F.O. Ankeli served as president of the Aircraft Accident Investigation Board.
“This arrangement ensures a coordinated approach to recovery operations alongside a structured, specialist investigation into the circumstances of the accident,” he mentioned.
He defined that the 12-member board comprised skilled personnel with specialist experience in aviation operations, flight security, piloting, air visitors management, plane engineering, upkeep, medical companies, and different related technical disciplines.
It additionally included representatives of the Nigerian Civil Aviation Authority (NCAA) and the Nigerian Safety Investigation Bureau (NSIB), bringing extra civilian aviation experience to the method.
“This multidisciplinary composition is intended to support a thorough, objective, and credible investigation guided by established aviation safety procedures,” he mentioned.
The board is remitted to look at related operational, technical, environ
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