Authorities in the Democratic Republic of Congo continue efforts to contain an Ebola outbreak in the North-East region. To curb the virus’s spread, the government suspended commercial flights to Bunia Airport in Ituri province. Currently, only humanitarian flights and special missions are permitted to operate. This decision, while intended to protect public health, is significantly impacting local airlines and aviation businesses. The suspension creates economic hardship for those reliant on air travel to and from Bunia. The situation highlights the difficult balance between public health measures and economic stability during an epidemic. The long-term effects on the regional aviation sector remain uncertain.