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Kolwezi, Africa: The Democratic Republic of Congo’s Mines Minister, Louis Watum Kabamba, along with other passengers, survived a runway overrun and fire at Kolwezi Airport on Monday, officials confirmed. The chartered aircraft, an Embraer ERJ-145 operated by Airjet Angola (registration D2-AJB), was on a flight (MBC-100) from Lubumbashi to Kolwezi when it veered off runway 29 during landing and caught fire. According to the bureau of aircraft accident archives, both main landing gears were reportedly sheared off as the airplane came to a halt, and the tail section ignited. All 26 passengers and 3 crew evacuated; there are no reported fatalities or serious injuries. Initial reports suggest the aircraft touched down before a displaced threshold on runway 29, which was under maintenance. The Notam issued for Kolwezi Airport indicated that 1,000 metres of the runway were being resurfaced, reducing the effective landing distance. According to the Bureau of Aircraft Accidents Archives, this could have contributed to the gear collapse. Eyewitnesses and social media footage show thick smoke rising from the rear fuselage as passengers escaped, some via overwing exits. Isaac Nyembo, communications adviser to Minister Kabamba, said around 20 people were evacuated before the fire spread, though luggage was damaged. Concerns have also been raised over emergency response readiness at Kolwezi Airport. No fire trucks arrived for several minutes, despite the airport being categorized to require rapid rescue capability. Minister Kabamba and his delegation were heading to Kalondo, near Kolwezi, following a recent mining accident in which over 30 workers died in a bridge collapse. The delegation was expected to assess the damage, console affected families, and coordinate government support. An investigation has been launched by the DRC’s aviation authority (BPEA) into the cause of the runway excursion and fire. Kolwezi Airport, located in Lualaba Province, has a single asphalt runway (11/29), around 2,410 metres long. Aviation experts have pointed out that infrastructure challenges, such as runway maintenance, coupled with limited firefighting capacity, may pose ongoing safety risks.

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29 Aboard Survive As ERJ-145 Overruns Kolwezi Airport Runway And Catches Fire

Aviation Today News Desk / November 18, 2025

Kolwezi, Africa: The Democratic Republic of Congo’s Mines Minister, Louis Watum Kabamba, along with other passengers, survived a runway overrun […]

Lagos, Nigeria: Nigeria’s aviation sector is facing a storm of criticism after the federal government approved a new $11.50 security levy on all international flight tickets, a move expected to generate nearly $1 billion over two decades but which airlines and travel groups have denounced as yet another burden on passengers. The new charge, announced by the Nigeria Civil Aviation Authority (NCAA), will take effect from December 1, 2025, applying to both inbound and outbound international tickets. With this addition, total security-related fees on international flights will rise to $31.50 per passenger. According to the NCAA, the revenue will fund the rollout of the Advance Passenger Information System (APIS) , a digital data platform designed to enhance border control, detect security threats, and speed up passenger processing. Officials say the APIS project will integrate multiple airport agencies into a single digital interface, allowing Nigeria to align with global aviation security standards. “This initiative is crucial for enhancing national security and complying with international best practices,” an NCAA spokesperson said, noting that the levy would support infrastructure and software maintenance for the system. However, the decision has triggered widespread pushback from airlines, travel agents, and passenger groups, who describe the levy as “multiple taxation” that will worsen Nigeria’s already high air-travel costs. The National Association of Nigeria Travel Agencies (NANTA) warned that the move could drive passengers to book cheaper routes through neighbouring countries such as Ghana or Benin, eroding Nigeria’s competitiveness as a regional hub. “Nigerian travellers are already over-taxed. This additional $11.50 per ticket adds no visible benefit to the flying public,” a NANTA official told Daily Trust. Industry analysts also expressed concern that the policy might deter international traffic and harm tourism recovery at a time when the economy remains fragile. The levy could yield up to $46 million annually, which the NCAA argues will cover technology costs and data-sharing obligations with global partners. But critics question whether the money will be transparently managed, given past controversies surrounding aviation revenue remittances. Aviation consultant Chinedu Eze said, “Nigeria’s aviation charges are among the highest in Africa. This policy risks pricing the country out of regional competition if not reviewed.” Stakeholders have called on the Ministry of Aviation and Aerospace Development to suspend the implementation pending further consultation. If enforced in December, the new levy will appear as a separate line item in ticket breakdowns issued by international airlines operating in Nigeria.

Nigeria’s $11.50 Air Ticket Levy Triggers Industry Backlash Over Travel Costs

Aviation Today News Desk / November 6, 2025

Lagos, Nigeria: Nigeria’s aviation sector is facing a storm of criticism after the federal government approved a new $11.50 security

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