NSIB Investigates Private Jet Incident After Roadway Landing in Delta State

• •NSIB recovered CVR and FDR from a private jet incident in Delta State.
• •The private jet landed on a roadway; no injuries or fatalities reported.
• •Investigative efforts include analyzing flight operations and interviewing personnel.

On June 10, 2026, a Bombardier Challenger CL-601 private jet, registered N989BC and operated by VMO Aero Limited, landed on a concrete road in Delta State, Nigeria. The Nigerian Safety Investigation Bureau (NSIB) swiftly recovered the Cockpit Voice Recorder (CVR) and Flight Data Recorder (FDR) to investigate the incident. No fatalities or serious injuries were reported, which was described as encouraging by NSIB Director-General Captain Alex Badeh Jr. The investigation will analyze flight operations, maintenance records, and air traffic control communications. NSIB is collaborating with relevant aviation authorities and stakeholders to ensure compliance with international standards. The bureau has urged witnesses to provide any relevant information to aid the investigation. Further updates will be released as the investigation progresses.