United Nigeria Airlines has announced that some flights across its network will be disrupted and may not operate as scheduled after it recorded a second bird strike in less than 24 hours.
The airline also disclosed that this bird strike is the fourth since January 2026, has occurred on one of the engines of another Airbus A320 aircraft during the take-off of Flight UN0519 scheduled for 12:00 hours from Nnamdi Azikiwe International Airport, Abuja, to Murtala Muhammed International Airport, Lagos, on Sunday, 15 February 2026.
“In line with our strict and uncompromising safety standards, the affected aircraft has been withdrawn from service for comprehensive technical inspections before returning to operations.
“This brings the total number of Airbus aircraft withdrawn from service in less than 24-hours to two. As a result, some flights across our network will be disrupted and may not operate as earlier scheduled,” the airline said in a statement.
According to the statement, the airline remains firmly committed to upholding the highest safety standards.
“This is indeed another bird Strike too many; however, we sincerely apologise for any inconveniences this unforeseen development may cause to your travel plans and kindly seek the understanding and patience of our valued passengers and the general public.
“Our team is working diligently to minimise disruptions and to provide support to all affected travelers,” the statement added.
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