A tragic incident occurred in Russia’s Far East as an Antonov-3 passenger and cargo aircraft crash-landed in the Republic of Sakha (Yakutia), resulting in the death of one individual, according to the regional branch of the emergency ministry on Sunday.
The aircraft was carrying a total of five people, comprising three crew members and two passengers. The details of the surviving individuals have not been disclosed at this time.
Preliminary reports suggest that a loss of engine thrust was the cause of the crash landing, as reported by Russia’s TASS news agency citing transport authorities. The emergency ministry communicated the incident through their official Telegram messaging app, ensuring timely information dissemination.
Authorities are conducting a thorough investigation to determine the exact circumstances leading to the loss of engine thrust and subsequent crash landing. The aviation community and local residents are awaiting more detailed information as the investigation unfolds.
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