Aktau, Kazakhstan — The recovery team has found the second black box at the site of the Azerbaijan Airlines plane crash near Aktau, according to reports from Russian media citing Kazakh officials on Thursday. The discovery of the flight data recorder is expected to shed light on the tragic incident that occurred earlier this week.
The Embraer 190 aircraft was en route from Baku, Azerbaijan’s capital, to Grozny in Russia when it crashed on Wednesday morning near the city of Aktau in western Kazakhstan. The plane was carrying 62 passengers and five crew members. In a heart-wrenching turn of events, Kazakhstan’s emergencies ministry confirmed that 29 people survived the crash, while the fate of the remaining passengers remains a matter of deep concern.
Authorities have launched a comprehensive investigation into the cause of the crash. Law enforcement agencies from Russia and Azerbaijan will collaborate closely with Kazakh officials to piece together the events leading up to the tragedy. The international effort underscores the gravity of the situation and the commitment to uncovering the truth behind the accident.
Families of the passengers are anxiously awaiting news, as officials work tirelessly at the crash site. The recovery of the second black box is a crucial development, as it contains vital flight data that could provide insights into any technical or human errors that may have contributed to the crash.
Azerbaijan Airlines has expressed its deepest condolences to the families affected by the incident. “Our thoughts are with the passengers and crew, and we are cooperating fully with the investigation,” a spokesperson said.
The crash near Aktau has sent shockwaves through the aviation community, raising questions about air safety in the region. As the investigation unfolds, the collaborative efforts of the involved nations aim to prevent such tragedies in the future and bring closure to those who have lost loved ones.
The city of Aktau, a key port on the Caspian Sea, has mobilized emergency services and medical personnel to assist in the aftermath. The local community has also shown solidarity, offering support to survivors and families during this difficult time.
Further updates are anticipated as investigators analyze the recovered data and continue their on-site examinations. The aviation industry and international community await the findings that will hopefully provide answers and aid in enhancing flight safety standards.
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Second black box found at plane crash site near Aktau: media
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