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49 Killed as Aging An-24 Crashes Near Tynda, Officials Launch Criminal Probe

Recovery efforts have stalled in remote taiga terrain; prosecutors have opened a criminal inquiry into safety breaches, mechanical failures and possible pilot error.

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Maschine vom Typ An-24 sei auf dem Weg von Blagoweschtschensk nach Tynda

Overview

  • The Antonow An-24 vanished from radar on its second approach to Tynda, with wreckage found 15 km from the airport in marsh and taiga landscapes.
  • Authorities have confirmed there were no survivors among the 49 passengers and crew, and rescue teams remain unable to land at the crash site.
  • Operated by Angara Airlines, the nearly 50-year-old turboprop highlights Russia’s reliance on aging fleets as Western sanctions restrict spare parts.
  • The Russian Prosecutor’s Office has initiated a criminal investigation into Angara Airlines for alleged violations of safety regulations.
  • Investigators are probing both technical faults in the aircraft and potential human error during the landing under challenging conditions.