Dr-Congo: Plane Crash Kills 25 Persons - Liberty TV/Radio - News - Voice For All! Vision For Alll!
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November 25, 2019
Deaths from the passenger plane thatcrashed shortly after take-off, has risen to 25, including some on the ground,in the Democratic Republic of Congo.
North Kivu Governor Carly NzanzuKasivita’s office said in a statement that the plane, operated by local companyBusy Bee, crashed after take-off in the eastern city of Goma.
According to the National BorderHealth Programme, two survivors, including one member of the crew, were beingcared for at a local hospital.
The company said the 19-seaterDornier 228-200 had 16 passengers and two crew members on board heading for thecity of Beni north of Goma, when it crashed.
Witnesses said the pilot wasattempting to return the plane to the airport after they heard a loud soundthat appeared to come from the engine.