Over 40 killed, 25 survive deadly plane crash in Kazakhstan

An Azerbaijan Airlines Embraer 190 aircraft, with 62 people on board, crashed near Aktau, Kazakhstan, on December 25. The plane was en route from Baku to Grozny, Russia, but was rerouted due to heavy fog in Grozny, according to Kazakhstan's Ministry for Emergency Situations. The aircraft attempted an emergency landing around 3 kilometers from Aktau airport, located on the eastern shore of the Caspian Sea. The crash led to an intense fire that was later extinguished by local fire services.

According to Kazakhstan’s Ministry for Emergency Situations, 25 survivors were confirmed from the crash. Of the survivors, 22 were hospitalized, and some are in critical condition. The remaining 42 people on board are feared to have died. The crash site was located near a residential area, and emergency response teams quickly arrived at the scene to begin rescue operations. First responders worked to extract survivors and provide immediate medical care.

The exact cause of the crash remains under investigation. Initial reports suggest that technical issues may have contributed to the incident, but no official confirmation has been provided. Authorities are also examining the aircraft’s descent path and whether it encountered any additional obstacles while attempting the emergency landing. The wreckage was located in a partially burned state, which prompted swift action by local fire services to prevent further damage and secure the area.

The flight, operated by Azerbaijan Airlines, was originally scheduled to land in Grozny. However, due to poor visibility caused by fog, the plane was diverted to Aktau, a major oil and gas hub in Kazakhstan. As the aircraft attempted the emergency landing, it crashed and caught fire. The incident occurred shortly after the plane descended to lower altitudes while trying to land.

This crash adds to a series of aviation incidents. In Brazil, a small aircraft crash on December 22, resulted in 10 fatalities. Kazakhstan's emergency ministry continues to coordinate efforts with local health and rescue teams as the investigation into the cause of the crash progresses. Further details on the number of fatalities and the condition of the survivors are expected as authorities continue their efforts at the crash site.