Passengers at the domestic wing of the Murtala Muhammed Airport in Lagos expressed frustration on Saturday after an early morning Air Peace flight scheduled for 7:00 a.m. was delayed indefinitely, triggering a tense scene at the terminal.

Reacting, the airline, in an official statement via its official X handle on Saturday, attributed the disruption to ongoing aviation fuel challenges affecting its operations nationwide

It was reported that the situation escalated after travellers were informed of the delay without a definite departure time.

“Early morning fight at the Airport. Flight of 7am, AirPeace rescheduled indefinitely due to lack of Jet Fuel. Passengers didn’t take it lightly at the MMA airport Lagos,” a passenger said.

“We wish to inform you that flights departing from some of our terminals may experience delays due to the current aviation fuel supply constraints affecting flight operations nationwide,” Air Peace said.

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The carrier added that “fuel availability remains limited, which has impacted scheduled departures,” explaining the reason behind the disruption experienced by passengers.

Air Peace said it is working to address the issue, stating, “We are actively engaging with relevant partners to resolve the situation as swiftly as possible and minimise disruptions to your travel plans.”

While appealing for understanding, the airline noted, “We sincerely appreciate your patience and understanding during this period,” and advised passengers to contact its support channels for updates and assistance.

Reassuring customers, the airline emphasised that “your safety remains our highest priority, and we are committed to operating your flights safely and as promptly as conditions allow.” (The PUNCH)