Air Peace has put its revenue loss from repeated aircraft damage linked to ground-handling equipment at about $42 million, as three of its aircraft were seriously affected over the past 12 months. The Nigerian carrier ties the disruption to incidents at airports including Lagos, where damage has repeatedly removed aircraft from service and cut capacity from its schedule.
Spokesperson Efe Whiskey said the handlers cover repair costs but do not compensate the airline for lost revenue while aircraft remain grounded. Skyway Aviation Handling Company and Nigerian Aviation Handling Company are the two firms named in the incidents, and Air Peace says its aircraft are damaged about twice a year on average.
The most recent repair bill was put at $3.8 million, while an earlier Boxing Day 2025 incident had already led to a $3.2 million repair payment. Air Peace also cited additional costs for towing, cleaning and shipping parts abroad, underscoring the wider operational impact of handling damage beyond the direct repair work.