In an air tragedy that has shocked the world, an Embraer ERJ-190AR aircraft from Azerbaijan Airlines, with the registration 4K-AZ65, crashed this morning near the city of Aktau in Kazakhstan while operating the route between Baku, the capital of the country, and Grozny, in the Russian Caucasian republic of Chechnya.
According to official reports from the AP agency, 38 people lost their lives in the accident, while 25 managed to survive, although six of them are in critical condition.
The Ministry of Emergencies of Kazakhstan confirmed that the flight held 67 passengers and five crew members from various nationalities: 37 from Azerbaijan, 16 from Russia, six from Kazakhstan, and three from Kyrgyzstan. Of the survivors, 22 are hospitalized, while three others managed to escape unscathed.
Emergency teams deployed over 150 firefighters and 45 specialized units to respond to the emergency. Rescue operations are ongoing while the causes of the accident are being investigated.
According to initial reports, the aircraft, of Brazilian manufacture and a widely used model around the world, was diverted to Aktau Airport after requesting an emergency landing.
The reasons that led the pilots to make that decision are still unknown, but hypotheses being considered include bad weather at the destination, bird interference in the aircraft's turbine, or issues with the hydraulic system.
This tragic incident highlights the ongoing risks in aviation and underscores the need for rigorous safety measures. Images from the accident site, showing charred debris and the devastating impact, have evoked global shock. Authorities have cautioned that the visuals may be sensitive for some viewers.
Kazakhstan and Azerbaijan have declared official days of mourning in memory of the victims, as investigations progress to clarify the circumstances of this tragic accident.
Frequently Asked Questions about the Airplane Accident in Kazakhstan
How many people died in the plane crash in Kazakhstan?
In the plane crash in Kazakhstan, 38 people lost their lives. The incident involved an Embraer ERJ-190AR aircraft from Azerbaijan Airlines, which crashed near the city of Aktau.
How many survivors were there and what is their health condition?
In the air disaster in Kazakhstan, 25 people managed to survive, although six of them are in critical condition. Among the survivors, 22 are hospitalized and three emerged unscathed.
What were the possible causes of the Azerbaijan Airlines plane accident?
The causes of the accident are still under investigation, but hypotheses being considered include bad weather at the destination, interference from birds in the turbine, or issues with the aircraft's hydraulic system.
What measures are being taken following the accident in Kazakhstan?
After the accident, more than 150 firefighters and 45 specialized equipment units were deployed to respond to the emergency. Investigations are ongoing to clarify the causes of the tragic incident.
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