Arcadia Aviation Passengers, Crew and G-V Released from Democratic Republic of Congo

Apr 13, 2011 3:58 PM

Arcadia Aviation has announced the successful release of all passengers, flight crew and a Gulfstream V aircraft from the Democratic Republic of Congo (DRC).

A misunderstanding between the DRC authorities and passengers on a business trip into the DRC city of Goma in early February led to an investigation by the authorities. During this period, all of the passengers, flight crew and aircraft were not allowed to depart. In the end, there were no charges made against any of the passengers or the flight crew. All have been released and are either already home safely or are on their way with the aircraft.

Arcadia Aviation thanks the U.S. State Department, the U.S. Embassy in Kinshasa and the government of the Democratic Republic of Congo for working diligently toward a diplomatic resolution to this situation. Arcadia is appreciative of the coordinated efforts of all involved and is pleased to welcome everyone home.

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