Airpeace flight from London returns to Lagos due to route‑access issues in an African country.

Air Peace announced that its Lagos–London Gatwick flight scheduled for May 13 was forced to return to Lagos due to an operational disruption caused by airspace access problems with the aviation authorities of an African country.

The airline released a statement from its management explaining that the aircraft had to return safely in accordance with international aviation safety procedures.

According to the statement, the incident happened while the aircraft was en route to London Gatwick.

“Air Peace wishes to inform the flying public that its scheduled Lagos–London Gatwick service of May 13, 2026, experienced an operational disruption following enroute access issues involving the airspace authorities of an African country,” the statement read.

The airline added that the decision to return to Lagos was made pending clarification with the relevant aviation authorities.

“As a result of the development and the need for immediate operational clarification with the relevant authorities, the aircraft safely returned to Lagos in accordance with established international aviation procedures,” the airline said.

Air Peace also disclosed that the affected London Gatwick service had to be rescheduled while the issue was being resolved.

Passengers affected by the disruption were informed and support measures were implemented to minimise inconvenience.

According to the statement, affected travellers received updates, assistance and other necessary care arrangements during the period of the disruption.

Air Peace apologized to passengers for the incident, describing the situation as unforeseen and beyond the airline’s control.