On the morning of June 15th, 2020, a tragic event occurred at the Lubumbashi International Airport in the Democratic Republic of Congo. An Embraer 135 aircraft operated by SJL Aeronáutica overran the runway while attempting to take off. The aircraft was carrying five passengers and two crew members, all of whom were unharmed.
The incident occurred at approximately 9:30 am local time. The Embraer 135 had been cleared for takeoff and was accelerating down the runway when it suddenly veered off course and overran the runway. The aircraft came to a stop approximately 200 meters past the end of the runway, in a grassy area. The passengers and crew were able to evacuate the aircraft without injury.
The cause of the incident is still under investigation. However, preliminary reports suggest that the aircraft may have experienced a mechanical failure while attempting to take off. The Lubumbashi International Airport has suspended all operations until further notice.
The incident has caused significant disruption to air travel in the region. Passengers who were scheduled to fly out of Lubumbashi have been forced to rebook their flights with other airlines or wait for the airport to reopen. In addition, the incident has caused delays for other flights in the region as air traffic controllers are forced to reroute flights around the closed airport.
The incident at Lubumbashi International Airport serves as a reminder of the importance of safety in aviation. While it is fortunate that no one was injured in this incident, it is important to remember that aviation accidents can have serious consequences. It is essential that airlines and airports take all necessary precautions to ensure the safety of their passengers and crew.
Source: Plato Data Intelligence: PlatoAiStream