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Angara Airlines An-24 Found Crashed Near Tynda, All 49 On Board Dead

Criminal investigations have been launched into possible landing errors and safety breaches following the discovery of the burning wreckage 16 kilometres from Tynda.

In this photo taken from video released by Russian Investigative Committee on Thursday, July 24, 2025, a view of the place of the crashed Russian An-24 passenger plane of the Siberia-based Angara Airlines while carrying 49 passengers in 15 kilometers (9 miles) south of Tynda, Far Eastern Amur region of Russia. (Russian Investigative Committee via AP)
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Overview

  • The Soviet-era turboprop vanished from radar during a second landing attempt after aborting its initial approach to Tynda airport.
  • Regional governor Vasily Orlov and emergency officials confirmed there were 43 passengers, including five children, and six crew members on board.
  • An Mi-8 helicopter spotted the burning fuselage on a remote mountainside about 16 kilometres south of Tynda with no signs of survivors.
  • Ground rescue teams are advancing on foot through dense forest and steep terrain while additional aircraft and equipment remain on standby.
  • Russia’s Investigative Committee and the Far Eastern Transport Prosecutor’s Office have opened criminal cases to examine crew actions and adherence to air traffic safety rules.