Air Peace Co-pilot Denies NSIB Allegations of Alcohol Involvement in Incident

Co-pilot David Bernard of Air Peace refuted the Nigerian Safety Investigation Bureau's (NSIB) report alleging alcohol or drug involvement in the July 13, 2025, runway overrun incident at Port Harcourt Airport. Bernard denied drinking or smoking, emphasizing the crew's professionalism and adherence to safety protocols.

He explained the sequence of events during the incident, contradicting the NSIB's findings regarding alcohol or drug abuse. Air Peace disagreed with the NSIB's report, maintaining the crew's innocence and commitment to safe operations.

The co-pilot's rejection of the allegations aimed to clarify the circumstances surrounding the incident and uphold the airline's reputation for safety and compliance.