Nigerian Air Force Forms Investigation Board After Crash

The Nigerian Air Force (NAF) has intensified search and recovery operations after the crash of its ATR-42 aircraft, NAF 931, on October 5 in Igbokoda, Ondo State. A 12-member specialist investigation board has been constituted to determine the causes of the accident and recommend preventive measures.

Chief of the Air Staff, Air Marshal Sunday Kelvin Aneke, ordered the ongoing recovery efforts and a comprehensive investigation into the operational, technical, environmental, and human factors surrounding the tragedy. Air Vice Marshal EOE Ebiowe leads the Investigation and Recovery Team, while Air Vice Marshal FO Ankeli serves as President of the Aircraft Accident Investigation Board.

The board includes experts in aviation operations, flight safety, and other relevant fields, including representatives from the Nigerian Civil Aviation Authority and the Nigerian Safety Investigation Bureau. The investigation aims to examine the immediate and underlying causes of the crash and assess the emergency response, with findings expected to enhance aviation safety across the Air Force.