Azerbaijani passenger plane crashes in Kazakhstan, initial cause revealed
The plane, carrying 62 passengers and five crew members, crashed near the airport.
Kazakhstan: A passenger plane en route to Chechnya from Azerbaijan tragically crashed near an airport in Kazakhstan, raising concerns over multiple fatalities. Dramatic footage of the incident surfaced on social media, showing the aircraft descending rapidly before hitting the ground, erupting in flames, and releasing thick smoke.
Cause of the Crash
Initial reports indicate that the plane’s flight path was altered due to dense fog, and the pilot had requested an emergency landing moments before the crash. Investigations suggest that a bird strike might have forced the aircraft into an emergency maneuver, contributing to the crash.
Casualties and Survivors
The plane, carrying 62 passengers and five crew members, crashed near the airport. Russian media reports confirm that 27 passengers survived, and were quickly transported to nearby hospitals for medical treatment. The Kazakh authorities are continuing to assess the situation.
Condolences from Pakistan
Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif expressed his condolences to Azerbaijani President Ilham Aliyev and the people of Azerbaijan, offering prayers for the victims’ families and wishing a swift recovery for the injured. “Pakistan stands in solidarity with Azerbaijan in this moment of sorrow,” he stated.
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Ongoing Investigation
Authorities are investigating the cause of the crash, focusing on the dense fog and the possibility of a bird strike. Emergency response teams and aviation experts remain on-site, working to assess the wreckage and recover further evidence.
The crash serves as a stark reminder of the dangers of flying in adverse weather conditions and the critical need for enhanced safety protocols in aviation.
