8 feared dead as NNPCL’s charter flight crashes
· 3 bodies recovered
By Administrator
The Nigerian National Petroleum Company Limited, NNPCL has reported that it lost contact with the Helicopter – Register Number: 5NBQG, engaged by NNPC Limited, on 24th of October 2024, about 11:22am, that took off from Port Harcourt NAF Base en route the FPSO – NUIMS ANTAN.
This was made known yesterday in Abuja by the Chief Corporate Communications Officer NNPC Ltd. Olufemi O. Soneye.
He said that the helicopter was operated by East Winds Aviation. “There were eight persons on board six passengers and two crew members. The appropriate authorities have been contacted, including the Ministry of Aviation, who have since issued a press statement.
“Search and rescue missions are currently ongoing. So far, three bodies have
been recovered. We shall continue to monitor the situation and provide regular updates as the events unfold.
“Our prayers are with the passengers, crew and their respective families at this
very difficult time. We will continue to do everything possible to support the ongoing search and rescue operation.” He stated.
