Particle.news

Download on the App Store

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

Image
Image
Image
Desapareció un avión operado por Angara Airlines, que se dirigía a la ciudad de Tynda.

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.