Nine Confirmed Dead in Thai Plane Crash

Small aircraft carrying Chinese tourists and Thai crew members crashes into mangrove swamp shortly after takeoff from Bangkok.

The Cessna Caravan C208B lost contact with air traffic control 11 minutes after departure.
Among the victims were five Chinese nationals, including two children, and four Thai crew members.
Rescue operations were hampered by rising tides and difficult terrain in Chachoengsao province.
Authorities have launched an investigation to determine the cause of the crash.
The incident has raised concerns about the safety of small aircraft.