Accident Investigation Bureau (AIB) has commenced investigation into an accident involving a Tampico (TB9) aircraft marked 5N-CBP belonging to the Nigerian College of Aviation Technology (NCAT), Zaria, which occurred March 1, 2019 at Rumi forest, Sabon Birnin, Birnin Gwari LGA, Kaduna State.From the information provided by the NCAT, the aircraft was on a Test Flight being conducted by a pilot and an engineer.”The aircraft was force landed at 14:40 as a result of an engine failure.
There was no fatality after the forced landing. Our team of safety investigators have commenced investigation,” Tunji Oketunbi general manager, public affairs, AIB, said.Two days ago, the NCAT notified the public and AIB in a statement about the accident, “NCAT regrettably announces an accident involving one of its TB-9 aircraft yesterday afternoon. The pilot made a successful forced-landing about 7nm northwest of Kaduna airport. Both occupants were unhurt and have since returned to Base.”
