Wed Dec 25 16:18:57 UTC 2024: ## Azerbaijan Airlines Plane Crashes in Kazakhstan, Killing Dozens
**Aktau, Kazakhstan –** An Azerbaijan Airlines Embraer 190 passenger plane crashed near the city of Aktau, Kazakhstan, on Wednesday, December 25th, 2024, resulting in multiple fatalities and injuries. The aircraft, flight J28243, was en route from Baku, Azerbaijan, to Grozny, Chechnya, but was diverted due to fog in Grozny. It carried 67 people, including five crew members.
According to reports, the plane, which was exposed to strong GPS jamming, requested an emergency landing approximately three kilometers from Aktau airport before crashing and bursting into flames. Videos circulating on social media show the aircraft rapidly losing altitude before impact.
Emergency services responded swiftly, extinguishing the fire and rescuing 29 survivors. Fourteen survivors have been transported to a regional hospital, with five in intensive care. The exact number of fatalities remains unconfirmed, though it is clear that many were killed in the crash.
The Kazakh transport ministry confirmed the crash and stated that the investigation into the cause of the accident is underway. FlightRadar24 data indicates the aircraft was experiencing GPS jamming, potentially affecting its navigation system. The possibility of this interference playing a significant role in the crash is currently under investigation.
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