Passengers Escape Death as Max Air Plane Crash lands at Kano Airport 

A Max Air flight with registration number 5N-MBD, Boeing 737-300, crash-landed at Malam Aminu Kano International Airport on Tuesday night after its front tire burst into flames upon landing.

The incident occurred at approximately 10:19 p.m. The aircraft, arriving from Lagos, had 53 passengers and six crew members onboard. Fortunately, no injuries or fatalities were reported.

Aliyu Inuwa Mansir, a passenger and SolaceBase correspondent who was on the flight, recounted the harrowing experience, describing the moment the aircraft skidded on the runway after the tire burst.

He praised the crew for their swift response in ensuring the safety of all passengers.

“Immediately the tire of the aircraft burst into flames, smoke filled the cabin, and we had to exit through the emergency door,” Mansir said. “As we were stepping out, airport fire services were already spraying water to contain the fire.”

The Kano Station Manager of Max Air, Malam Bello Ramalan who confirmed the incident said all passengers and crew were safely evacuated without injuries.

“I sincerely apologise for the inconvenience caused and thank God for the safety of everyone on board. The safety of our passengers and crew remains our top priority,” Ramalan stated.

He added that Max Air staff followed standard emergency protocols, including the isolation of the pilots and immediate coordination with relevant investigation authorities.

“We are working with the Accident Investigation Bureau (AIB) and the Aircraft and Equipment Department (AED) to investigate the cause of the incident. Preliminary findings suggest a tire malfunction led to the mishap,” he said.

Max Air has pledged to assist passengers in retrieving their luggage as investigations continue.