On 16 August 2025, an Air Kasai Antonov An-2 aircraft (registration 9S-GZP) crashed about 34 km from Kisangani, Democratic Republic of Congo, killing all seven people on board.
The plane had departed Lubutu Airport for Kisangani to complete a technical inspection flight required for operational authorisation under CAA regulations. The aircraft lost radio contact with air traffic control during its approach before the fatal crash.
Authorities and the operating company have expressed deep condolences to the victims’ families.
This post was published on 16 August 2025 16:19
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