In a tragic incident, an Azerbaijan Airlines passenger plane has crashed near the city of Aktau in Kazakhstan. The crash was reported on Wednesday by Russian news agencies, citing Kazakhstan’s Emergencies Ministry.
The aircraft was en route from Baku, the capital of Azerbaijan, to Grozny in Russia’s Chechnya region. Due to heavy fog conditions in Grozny, the flight was rerouted, but circumstances led to the unfortunate crash near Aktau.
Rescue operations are currently underway, and authorities are working diligently to determine the cause of the crash and the status of the passengers and crew on board. Emergency services from Kazakhstan are on the scene, providing assistance and gathering information.
This incident has raised concerns about flight safety amid adverse weather conditions in the region. Aviation experts emphasize the challenges pilots face when rerouting flights due to unexpected weather changes, especially in areas with complex terrain.
Families of the passengers await news as officials promise a thorough investigation. The aviation community and international observers are closely monitoring the situation for further developments.
Reference(s):
cgtn.com
