Rare DC-8 freighter suffers runway excursion at Kinshasa

A Douglas DC-8 freighter operated by Trans Air Cargo Service experienced a runway excursion on September 8th at N’Djili Airport in Kinshasa, Democratic Republic of the Congo. The event involved one of the few remaining DC-8s currently operating as a freighter. Currently, the circumstances surrounding the incident are unclear and being investigated by the Congolese BPEA. Investigators are focused on preserving evidence related to the accident. Details regarding the extent of the damage or any injuries sustained remain unconfirmed at this time.