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Antonov An-24 Crash in Russia’s Far East Leaves No Survivors

Recovery efforts are hampered by remote taiga terrain as authorities probe the failed landing approach or weather conditions

Overview

  • The Angara Airlines turboprop disappeared from radar about 15 km south of Tynda during a second landing attempt after departing Blagoveshchensk.
  • A Mi-8 helicopter located the burning fuselage in a mountainous section of the Amur taiga and found no signs of life on board.
  • Officials confirm that all 43 passengers, including five children, and six crew members perished in the accident.
  • Over 150 emergency responders, supported by ground teams and aircraft, are working to recover remains and secure evidence at the crash site.
  • Investigators from Rosaviatsia and the Russian Emergency Ministry have opened inquiries into possible pilot error, mechanical failure or adverse weather conditions.