A passenger plane carrying 49 people has crashed in Russia’s Far East, near the Amur region, causing widespread concern. The aircraft, an old Soviet-era An-24 operated by Angara airline, went missing from radar as it was approaching the airport in the town of Tynda. The flight included 43 passengers, among them five children, and six crew members.
Rescue teams quickly arrived at the scene after spotting the burning fuselage from a helicopter. Officials fear there are no survivors due to the severity of the crash. The Amur region, bordering China, is known for its challenging terrain and remote location, complicating rescue operations.
This crash adds to a grim trend seen in 2025, which has already been marked as one of the deadliest years in recent times for aviation safety, with multiple crashes reported in:
- Russia
- Bangladesh
- India
Authorities have launched a full investigation to determine the cause of the crash. Meanwhile, local emergency services continue to:
- Search for survivors
- Secure the crash site
The tragedy has shocked the region and is being closely followed by international aviation safety communities.
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