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Congo Airways: Acting CEO Has 60 More Days to Prevent the Carrier from Losing Key Operating Permits

Congo Airways: Acting CEO Has 60 More Days to Prevent the Carrier from Losing Key Operating Permits

Congo Airways has around 60 days left before losing its Air Operator Certificate (AOC) and IATA accreditation, a license to travel issued by the International Air Transport Association (IATA). 

Congo Airways has been suspended since July. Losing its AOC and IATA accreditation would make it more difficult for the firm to resume operations. However, some “outstanding issues” must be solved to avoid the worst-case scenario. 

Norbert Lukukwa, acting CEO of Congo Airways, has been tasked with helping prevent this scenario. He was appointed on October 5, after the former Managing Director and his deputy were suspended. They were removed on October 4, after an audit that revealed management shortcomings.

The 60 days left fall under a 90-day moratorium that the IATA and the DRC’s Aviation authority granted Congo Airways to put its affairs in order. 

Norbert Lukukwa was appointed to handle the situation due to his experience with the company. He’s been working at Congo Airways since the firm was Air Zaïre. This experience could prove strategic in helping the airline reduce its debts, achieve financial stability, resolve internal conflicts, and improve governance.

The Congolese government views reviving Congo Airways as a vital matter. Before the COVID-19 pandemic worsened its financial situation, the airline carried nearly 400,000 passengers a year, nationwide, according to 2018 statistics.

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