Air Peace cites faulty aircraft for Lagos-London Gatwick flight disruption

Air Peace has attributed a minor fault discovered during routine post-boarding technical checks on its aircraft to a temporary disruption of its scheduled Lagos–London Gatwick service on Saturday, May 9, 2026. The airline said the aircraft was immediately withdrawn from service in line with global aviation safety standards, while a replacement aircraft from London has been arranged to minimise further disruption to operations on the route. In a statement on Saturday, the management said all affected passengers had been informed and provided with support, including hotel accommodation and other necessary assistance to ensure their comfort. The statement read: “Following the completion of passenger boarding, a routine post-boarding technical check identified a minor aircraft fault that required immediate attention. In line with our uncompromising commitment to safety and global aviation standards, the aircraft was promptly withdrawn from service and passengers safely disembarked. At Air Peace, the safety and wellbeing of our passengers and crew will always take precedence over operational schedules. While we understand the inconvenience this situation may have caused, taking swift preventive action was the responsible and necessary decision. We deeply appreciate the patience, understanding, and cooperation shown by our passengers during this period. Their trust remains incredibly important to us. Air Peace remains fully committed to delivering safe, reliable service at all times.”