In a tragic incident, an Azerbaijan Airlines flight crashed near Aktau International Airport in Kazakhstan on December 25, 2024, claiming the lives of at least 34 people, as reported by various sources. The aircraft, reportedly heading from Baku, Azerbaijan to Grozny, Chechnya, encountered severe fog conditions during its approach to the airport. Local authorities stated that the plane went off radar shortly before its scheduled landing. Eyewitness accounts described seeing the aircraft attempting to land multiple times before crashing. Kazakhstan’s President, Qasym-Jomart Toqaev, expressed his condolences to the families of the victims, stating, ‘This is a day of mourning for our nation. We must support those who have lost loved ones during this heartbreaking tragedy.’ Rescue teams were dispatched to the crash site immediately, and ongoing recovery efforts are expected to last for several days. The investigation into the crash will be overseen by an international committee, which includes representatives from both Azerbaijan and Kazakhstan. This incident marks one of the deadliest plane crashes in the region in recent years, raising concerns over aviation safety protocols during adverse weather conditions. The government has promised to provide all necessary assistance to the victims’ families. As the investigation unfolds, more details are anticipated to emerge.
Azerbaijan Airlines Plane Crashes Near Aktau, Kazakhstan, Amid Poor Visibility Conditions
