DRC: Authorities suspend flights at Goma International Airport (GOM) April 26 due to runway obstruction

Aviation authorities suspended flight operations at Goma International Airport (GOM) at 10:00 April 26 due to a mechanical breakdown of an aircraft on the active runway. Reports indicate the aircraft lost steering capability upon landing. Goma airport officials are working to clear the runway. Flights to and from Goma are reportedly canceled or delayed.

The suspension of flight operations at GOM will likely cause lingering flight disruptions upon the resumption of airport activities.