BREAKING NEWS: Government suspends Air Zambezi’s operating licence

THE Zambian Government over the past weekend  has suspended Air Zambezi Air operating certicficate (AOC) due to “serious safety concerns” reports the Zambia National Broadcasting Corporation.

The corporation further reports that it learnt with shock the government’s decision to suspend its certificate.  Maurice Jangulo, Zambezi Airlines Chairman, said the airline adheres to safety and aviation regulations relating to aircraft maintenance. He said all aircraft are maintained and certified by South Africa, company, Jetworx.

Announcing the suspension over the past weekend, Ministry of Transport, Works, Supply and Communication Permanent Secretary, Dominic Sichinga said government will soon institute a tribunal to make inquiries on the airline’s operations.

Zambezi Airline says it has learnt with shock government's decision to suspend its Air operating certificate.

Tourism Update Online has not yet been able to reach the airline’s offices in South Africa or in Zambia, but will update the information as it becomes available.

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