Bird Strike Grounds United Nigeria Airlines Flight in Lagos

United Nigeria Airlines reported disruptions to its flight schedule due to a bird strike involving one of its Embraer 190 aircraft at Murtala Muhammed International Airport, Lagos. The incident occurred during the arrival of Flight UN 0523 on Tuesday, September 1, 2026, at 21:40 UTC, when evidence of the strike was found on the aircraft’s right engine during a routine post-flight technical inspection.

In compliance with aviation safety regulations, the airline grounded the affected aircraft for detailed engineering inspection and necessary maintenance. This temporary removal from active service will lead to delays and rescheduling across select routes.

The airline expressed regret over the operational disruption and reassured passengers that safety is its top priority. Affected passengers are advised to contact the airline's customer care team for flight updates or rebooking assistance.