Congo Airways) Stops flights due to security reasons 11 Sept 2023.
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コンゴ民主共和国で全国をカバーする航空会社として唯一残ったコンゴエアウェイズ。
IATAの安全基準に合格できなかったため、すべての便が2023年9月11日から止まっています。
エンジン取替が必要というのが、9月20日のニュース
中古を買えばと大臣が言ったとか、税金を滞納してる、などの観測も。
Kinshasa avails $10mn to Congo Airways to lease in capacity
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Congo Airways suspends flight operations
12.09.2023 - 14:20 UTC
Congo Airways (8Z, Kinshasa N'Djili) has grounded its fleet days after President Félix Tshisekedi instructed the government to make urgent funds available for the struggling national carrier.
Officially, the airline announced it suspended operations on September 11 to "reorganise its equipment". In a statement, it promised to resume service "in a very short time" and thanked Tshisekedi for intervening regarding an urgent provision of funds.
Meanwhile, Congo Airways CEO José Dubier Lueya said the airline needs at least USD33 million to resume its operations. Speaking on Top Congo FM radio station in Kinshasa on September 11, he confirmed the decision to halt operations was taken because the engines of both of the airline's two A320-200s needed replacing. "We reached the end of the engine cycle on both planes at almost the same time," he explained. He estimated replacing all four engines would cost USD28 million. Lueya also suggested purchasing a second-hand plane for USD5 million but did not elaborate. The airline owes USD30 million in unpaid taxes, he added.
10月になって、二番目の航空会社を作ろうという新しい動き。
The Democratic Republic of Congo has plans in motion for the establishment of a second national airline, Air Congo.
While Congo Airways recently suspended its flights due to financial troubles, the government has unveiled plans to establish a second national airline, Air Congo, in collaboration with Ethiopian Airlines Group. This strategic move aims to revitalize the country’s aviation sector, but questions remain about how the two airlines will coexist.
Congo Airways, the country’s first national airline, took off eight years ago with grand ambitions of serving destinations across Africa. However, it faced turbulence on its journey, culminating in the suspension of its flights in September due to financial challenges. The nation’s Transport Minister cited issues such as a “wrong business model,” “non-transparent administration,” and “inappropriate pricing structures” as key factors contributing to this crisis.
Nonetheless, President Félix Tshisekedi’s government remained steadfast in its commitment to enhancing the nation’s aviation capabilities. In mid-September, the decision was made to establish a second national airline, Air Congo, a concept that had been under consideration for two years, reports Politico. This venture comes with a notable partner, Ethiopian Airlines Group, a renowned player in the African aviation space. Ethiopian Airlines Group is set to provide financial support as well as invaluable expertise to ensure the success of Air Congo.
The government has set an ambitious timeline, aiming to prepare Air Congo for applying for its air operator’s certificate (AOC) within five months. Importantly, the government has expressed its intention that the establishment of Air Congo should not come at the expense of Congo Airways.
However, the specifics of how these two airlines will coexist and differentiate themselves in the market are yet to be revealed. Two years ago, Air Congo was envisioning a fleet of seven aircraft, indicating its aspiration for a robust presence in the skies.
https://airspace-africa.com/2023/10/04/congos-airspace-takes-a-new-flight-path-sets-sight-for-a-second-national-airline-air-congo/
The Democratic Republic of Congo has plans in motion for the establishment of a second national airline, Air Congo.
While Congo Airways recently suspended its flights due to financial troubles, the government has unveiled plans to establish a second national airline, Air Congo, in collaboration with Ethiopian Airlines Group. This strategic move aims to revitalize the country’s aviation sector, but questions remain about how the two airlines will coexist.
Congo Airways, the country’s first national airline, took off eight years ago with grand ambitions of serving destinations across Africa. However, it faced turbulence on its journey, culminating in the suspension of its flights in September due to financial challenges. The nation’s Transport Minister cited issues such as a “wrong business model,” “non-transparent administration,” and “inappropriate pricing structures” as key factors contributing to this crisis.
Nonetheless, President Félix Tshisekedi’s government remained steadfast in its commitment to enhancing the nation’s aviation capabilities. In mid-September, the decision was made to establish a second national airline, Air Congo, a concept that had been under consideration for two years, reports Politico. This venture comes with a notable partner, Ethiopian Airlines Group, a renowned player in the African aviation space. Ethiopian Airlines Group is set to provide financial support as well as invaluable expertise to ensure the success of Air Congo.
The government has set an ambitious timeline, aiming to prepare Air Congo for applying for its air operator’s certificate (AOC) within five months. Importantly, the government has expressed its intention that the establishment of Air Congo should not come at the expense of Congo Airways.
However, the specifics of how these two airlines will coexist and differentiate themselves in the market are yet to be revealed. Two years ago, Air Congo was envisioning a fleet of seven aircraft, indicating its aspiration for a robust presence in the skies.
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