In a devastating aviation disaster on December 25, 2024, an Azerbaijan Airlines Embraer 190 passenger jet crashed near Aktau, Kazakhstan. The flight, traveling from Baku to Grozny, was carrying 67 people, including 62 passengers and 5 crew members. The tragedy resulted in 38 fatalities, including both pilots, while 29 survivors are receiving medical care, with several in critical condition.
A video, reportedly filmed by a passenger during the final moments inside the cabin, has surfaced on social media, capturing the harrowing chaos before impact.Preliminary investigations suggest the aircraft may have collided with a flock of birds, prompting an emergency landing request. However, theories also point to a potential air defense mishap, given the heightened regional tensions. Authorities from Kazakhstan, Azerbaijan, and Russia are working together to determine the exact cause of the crash.In response to the tragedy, Azerbaijan has declared a national day of mourning, with condolences pouring in from global leaders, including Russian President Vladimir Putin. The aviation world now anxiously awaits the findings of the ongoing investigation to shed light on this heartbreaking incident.
