The second black box has been recovered from the plane crash site near Aktau, Kazakh officials confirmed on Thursday, according to Russian media reports. The discovery is expected to aid investigators in uncovering the causes behind the tragic accident.
Law enforcement agencies from Russia and Azerbaijan are set to collaborate in the investigation, highlighting the international effort to determine what led to the crash.
On Wednesday morning, an Azerbaijan Airlines Embraer 190 aircraft en route from Baku to Grozny in Russia crashed near Aktau, a city in western Kazakhstan. The flight was carrying 62 passengers and five crew members.
According to Kazakhstan’s emergencies ministry, 29 people survived the crash. Rescue operations were swiftly conducted, and survivors are receiving medical attention.
The recovery of the second black box is a significant development, as it may provide crucial data on the final moments before the crash. Authorities are hopeful that the combined efforts of the involved nations will lead to a thorough understanding of the incident.
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Second black box found at plane crash site near Aktau: media
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