A catastrophic plane crash unfolded near Aktau, Kazakhstan, involving an Azerbaijan Airlines Embraer 190 aircraft.
The jet, carrying over 100 passengers and crew, was en route from Baku to Grozny when it made an emergency landing request after reportedly colliding with a flock of birds.
Tragically, the plane crashed roughly three kilometers from Aktau, bursting into flames upon impact.
The Embraer 190, a versatile single-aisle jet designed for short and long-haul routes, can seat up to 114 passengers and is known for its efficient performance and spacious cabin.
With a maximum cruise speed of Mach 0.82 and a range of 2,450 nautical miles, it is widely regarded as a reliable workhorse in regional aviation.
In this episode of Modern Nomads, we meet Kazakhstan's brightest ballet stars, who are blending classical techniques with Kazakh traditions and making Astana a global hub for the art form.
Credit: euronews (in English) Duration: 05:00Published
In this episode of Voices From Central Asia, we meet Aigerim Karibaeva, a Kazakh artist who blends tradition and innovation to create ethno-modern art that preserves cultural identity and inspires others.
Credit: euronews (in English) Duration: 05:00Published
In this episode of East-West Connect, we loot at Kazakhstan’s fintech growth, its shift toward cashless payments, and efforts to combat cybercrime through international collaboration.
Credit: euronews (in English) Duration: 08:00Published
In this episode of Modern Nomads, we explore Kazakhstan's evolving fashion scene. Designers are fusing traditional craftsmanship with modern aesthetics and sustainability, creating a bold new identity for the country.
Credit: euronews (in English) Duration: 05:00Published
Russian President Vladimir Putin has officially apologized to Azerbaijani President Ilham Aliyev for the tragic crash of an Azerbaijan Airlines plane, which killed 38 people. The incident, which occurred near the city of Aktau in Kazakhstan on Christmas Day, has raised questions about the potential involvement of Russian air defense systems. Putin suggested that the crash was linked to Ukrainian drone attacks on Grozny airport, but reports indicate the possibility that Russian missiles mistakenly downed the civilian airliner. The investigation is ongoing, and speculation continues about the cause of this tragic incident.
#PutinApology #AzerbaijanCrash #RussianMissiles #PlaneCrash #GroznyAirport #RussianDefense #Kremlin #AirlineIncident #Azerbaijan #RussianAirspace #AktauCrash #MilitaryMistake #UkraineConflict
Also Read
Kazakhstan Plane Crash: Was External Interference The Cause Of The Deadly Crash? Here's The Truth :: https://www.oneindia.com/international/kazakhstan-plane-crash-was-external-interference-the-cause-of-the-deadly-crash-heres-the-truth-4027741.html?ref=DMDesc
Moscow Airports Temporarily Shut: Safety Measures Underway :: https://www.oneindia.com/international/moscow-airports-temporarily-shut-safety-measures-underway-4026553.html?ref=DMDesc
Kazakhstan Plane Crash: Rescue Efforts And Aftermath Captured In Bodycam Footage :: https://www.oneindia.com/international/kazakhstan-plane-crash-rescue-efforts-and-aftermath-captured-in-bodycam-footage-4026225.html?ref=DMDesc
~PR.274~ED.103~HT.334~
Azerbaijan Airlines flight J2-8243, an Embraer 190, crashed near Aktau, Kazakhstan, on December 25, 2024. The plane, which had been diverted from Grozny due to poor weather conditions and Ukrainian drone attacks, attempted an emergency landing but crashed, killing 38 of the 67 passengers. Azerbaijan Airlines (AZAL) has cited "technical external interference" as the likely cause of the accident, though initial reports suggest a possible bird strike or an oxygen cylinder explosion. The incident is under investigation by Azerbaijani and Kazakh authorities.
#AzerbaijanAirlines #AktauCrash #PlaneCrash2024 #Embraer190 #KazakhstanAccident #AviationInvestigation #Azerbaijan #GroznyDiversion #FlightSafety #KazakhAuthorities
#Oneindia #OneindiaNews
~HT.95~PR.362~ED.346~GR.125~
A total of 38 passengers were killed, while 29 survived on Wednesday after an Azerbaijan Airlines flight from Baku to Grozny crashed as it attempted to make an emergency landing near the city of Aktau in Kazakhstan.
Credit: euronews (in English) Duration: 01:20Published
In a tragic aviation disaster, an Azerbaijan Airlines Embraer E190AR crashed near Aktau, Kazakhstan, killing 38 passengers. Russian officials have linked the crash to Ukrainian drone strikes on civilian infrastructure in Grozny and Vladikavkaz, which forced the plane to divert from its original destination. The incident has sparked international scrutiny, with investigations underway involving Azerbaijan, Kazakhstan, and Russia. The crash highlights the escalating impact of the Ukraine-Russia conflict on civilian safety and infrastructure.
#PlaneCrash #AzerbaijanAirlines #Kazakhstan #RussiaUkraineConflict #UkrainianDrones #Grozny #AviationDisaster #Tragedy #Investigation #AviationNews #RussiaBlamesUkraine #AktauCrash #AirTravel
Also Read
Moscow Airports Temporarily Shut: Safety Measures Underway :: https://www.oneindia.com/international/moscow-airports-temporarily-shut-safety-measures-underway-4026553.html?ref=DMDesc
Kazakhstan Plane Crash: Rescue Efforts And Aftermath Captured In Bodycam Footage :: https://www.oneindia.com/international/kazakhstan-plane-crash-rescue-efforts-and-aftermath-captured-in-bodycam-footage-4026225.html?ref=DMDesc
Analysis | What Caused The Azerbaijan Airlines Crash Near Aktau? :: https://www.oneindia.com/international/azerbaijan-airlines-flight-crash-near-aktau-oxygen-tank-explosion-unconscious-passengers-causes-4025647.html?ref=DMDesc
~PR.274~ED.103~HT.336~GR.124~
Those comments come after Azerbaijani government sources exclusively confirmed to Euronews that a Russian surface-to-air missile caused the aircraft to crash in Aktau.
Credit: euronews (in English) Duration: 02:00Published
Azerbaijani President Ilham Aliyev has made shocking claims about the recent crash of an Embraer 190 passenger jet near Grozny, Russia. The crash, which claimed 38 lives, was allegedly caused by external damage, electronic warfare interference, and fire from the ground. Aliyev’s statements point to possible Ukrainian drone activity in Russian airspace as a contributing factor. Meanwhile, Russian President Vladimir Putin expressed condolences and blamed the incident on a Ukrainian UAV raid. As investigations continue, new details are emerging about the circumstances surrounding this tragic event.
#AzerbaijanPlaneCrash #AviationDisaster #IlhamAliyev #GroznyCrash #PutinStatement #ElectronicWarfare #AviationSafety #UkraineConflict #KazakhstanCrash #BreakingNews
Also Read
Azerbaijan President Blames Russian Soil For Plane Crash That Killed 38 :: https://www.oneindia.com/international/azerbaijan-president-blames-russian-soil-for-plane-crash-that-killed-38-4028959.html?ref=DMDesc
Kazakhstan Plane Crash: Was External Interference The Cause Of The Deadly Crash? Here's The Truth :: https://www.oneindia.com/international/kazakhstan-plane-crash-was-external-interference-the-cause-of-the-deadly-crash-heres-the-truth-4027741.html?ref=DMDesc
Moscow Airports Temporarily Shut: Safety Measures Underway :: https://www.oneindia.com/international/moscow-airports-temporarily-shut-safety-measures-underway-4026553.html?ref=DMDesc
~PR.274~ED.102~HT.334~
A Ukrainian official claims that Russia's surface-to-air missile system downed an Azerbaijani passenger plane, causing it to crash in Kazakhstan. The crash, near Aktau on December 25, resulted in 38 fatalities and 29 survivors. The plane, an Embraer 190, was reportedly damaged while flying from Baku to Grozny, with traces of missile damage visible on the tail. Ukraine accuses Russia of failing to close airspace over Grozny during a suspected drone attack, which led to the tragedy.
#Russia #Azerbaijan #Kazakhstan #AirDefenses #PlaneCrash #SurfaceToAirMissile #AzerbaijanAirlines #Grozny #Aktau #AviationTragedy #Oneindia #OneindiaNews
Also Read
Aktau Plane Crash Tragedy: Putin Expresses Condolences To Azerbaijan President :: https://www.oneindia.com/international/aktau-plane-crash-tragedy-putin-expresses-condolences-to-azerbaijan-president-4025621.html?ref=DMDesc
9/11 Like Attack Takes Place In Russia; All Flights At Kazan Airport Suspended :: https://www.oneindia.com/international/9-11-like-attack-takes-place-in-russia-all-flights-at-kazan-airport-suspended-011-4022565.html?ref=DMDesc
Russia Launches Free Cancer Vaccine: Free Distribution To Begin In 2025 :: https://www.oneindia.com/international/russia-launches-free-cancer-vaccine-free-distribution-to-begin-in-2025-4019757.html?ref=DMDesc
An Azerbaijan Airlines Embraer 190 crashed near Aktau, Kazakhstan, resulting in 38 fatalities. While initial investigations suggest a bird strike, rumors circulate that Russian air defense may have mistaken the plane for a drone. Videos of the plane's damage have sparked conspiracy theories about a missile attack. Authorities are still investigating the incident.
#AzerbaijanAirlines #PlaneCrash #Kazakhstan #Russia #AirDefense #ConspiracyTheories #Embraer190 #Aktau #BirdStrike #Aviation #Oneindia #OneindiaNews
Also Read
Analysis | What Caused The Azerbaijan Airlines Crash Near Aktau? :: https://www.oneindia.com/international/azerbaijan-airlines-flight-crash-near-aktau-oxygen-tank-explosion-unconscious-passengers-causes-4025647.html?ref=DMDesc
Aktau Crash: Full List Of Passengers And Crew On Azerbaijani Airliner J2-8243 :: https://www.oneindia.com/international/aktau-crash-full-list-of-passengers-and-crew-on-azerbaijani-airliner-j2-8243-4025595.html?ref=DMDesc
At Least 11 Dead In ArcelorMittal Mine Fire In Kazakhstan :: https://www.oneindia.com/international/at-least-11-dead-in-arcelormittal-mine-fire-in-kazakhstan-3669695.html?ref=DMDesc
As Euronews originally reported earlier in December and January, Azerbaijan Airlines Flight 8243 was downed on 25 December by a missile from a Russian Pantsir-S1 system, killing 38 and injuring 29.
Credit: euronews (in English) Duration: 01:01Published
Kazakhstan's government told Euronews that it has decided to send the downed Azerbaijan Airlines flight recorders to Brazil for the full and transparent disclosure of the tragedy.
Credit: euronews (in English) Duration: 01:56Published
The final day of the 2025 Baku Grand Slam delivered thrilling judo action. Murao Sanshiro, Arai Dota, Ruri Takahashi and Ota Hyoga led Japan to a total of 10 golds. Anna Monta Olek triumphed in a fierce German showdown. Azerbaijan hosted a spectacular event for judo fans worldwide!
Credit: euronews (in English) Duration: 03:00Published
Azerbaijan Airlines Flight J2-8243 crashed near Aktau, Kazakhstan, killing people. The plane, which was en route from Baku to Grozny, was diverted due to bad weather conditions before the crash. Disturbing footage captured the chaotic moments inside the cabin, with oxygen masks deployed and screams heard. Investigations suggest a bird strike might have contributed to the emergency landing attempt.
#AzerbaijanAirlines #PlaneCrash #Aktau #Kazakhstan #AviationTragedy #FlightJ28243 #AirSafety #SurvivorTestimony #AviationInvestigation #Azerbaijan #OneindiaNews #Oneindia
Also Read
Kazakhstan Plane Crash: Rescue Efforts And Aftermath Captured In Bodycam Footage :: https://www.oneindia.com/international/kazakhstan-plane-crash-rescue-efforts-and-aftermath-captured-in-bodycam-footage-4026225.html?ref=DMDesc
Analysis | What Caused The Azerbaijan Airlines Crash Near Aktau? :: https://www.oneindia.com/international/azerbaijan-airlines-flight-crash-near-aktau-oxygen-tank-explosion-unconscious-passengers-causes-4025647.html?ref=DMDesc
Aktau Crash: Full List Of Passengers And Crew On Azerbaijani Airliner J2-8243 :: https://www.oneindia.com/international/aktau-crash-full-list-of-passengers-and-crew-on-azerbaijani-airliner-j2-8243-4025595.html?ref=DMDesc
~HT.318~PR.362~ED.346~
An official probe into the crash has not yet finished but survivors told authorities they heard three blasts that seemed to come from outside as the aircraft flew over Grozny.
Credit: euronews (in English) Duration: 01:00Published
Unexplained breaches have been discovered on the exterior of an Azerbaijan Airlines plane that crashed near Kazakhstan. Investigators are raising questions about the cause of the crash, with early..
An Azerbaijani airliner has crashed in the Kazakhstani city of Aktau, with Kazakhstan’s Emergency Ministry saying more than 30 people survived the crash, which could mean that dozens are likely dead.
Credit: euronews (in English) Duration: 00:59Published
![Meet the rising stars of Kazakh ballet at Astana's world-class academy [Video]](https://video.newsserve.net/300/v/20250220/1402797068-Meet-the-rising-stars-of-Kazakh-ballet-at.jpg)
![Meet Aigerim Karibaeva, the Kazakh artist reviving cultural heritage through ethno-modern art [Video]](https://video.newsserve.net/300/v/20250212/1401662518-Meet-Aigerim-Karibaeva-the-Kazakh-artist-reviving-cultural.jpg)
![Kazakhstan’s digital economy: Fintech growth, cashless payments, and cybercrime prevention [Video]](https://video.newsserve.net/300/v/20250115/1398853636-Kazakhstan-digital-economy-Fintech-growth-cashless-payments.jpg)
![How Kazakhstan’s designers are fusing tradition and sustainability to redefine global fashion [Video]](https://video.newsserve.net/300/v/20250108/1398173952-How-Kazakhstan-designers-are-fusing-tradition-and.jpg)
![Teams in Brazil work to extract black box data from crashed Azerbaijan Airlines plane [Video]](https://video.newsserve.net/300/v/20250104/1397791658-Teams-in-Brazil-work-to-extract-black-box.jpg)
!['I am Sorry...' Putin Apologizes to Azerbaijan President for Crash: A Mistake by Russian Missiles? [Video]](https://video.newsserve.net/300/v/20241228/1397274102-am-Sorry-Putin-Apologizes-to.jpg)
![Azerbaijan Airlines Explains Real Reasons Behind Deadly Kazakhstan Plane Crash That Killed 38 [Video]](https://video.newsserve.net/300/v/20241228/1397248032-Azerbaijan-Airlines-Explains-Real-Reasons-Behind-Deadly-Kazakhstan.jpg)
![Azerbaijan plane crash investigation to determine type of rocket used, authorities say [Video]](https://video.newsserve.net/300/v/20241227/1397202690-Azerbaijan-plane-crash-investigation-to-determine-type-of.jpg)
![Russia Accuses Ukraine of Forcing Plane Diversion, Leading Plane Crash in Kazakhstan That Killed 38 [Video]](https://video.newsserve.net/300/v/20241227/1397196110-Russia-Accuses-Ukraine-of-Forcing-Plane-Diversion-Leading.jpg)
![Military expert says Azerbaijan Airlines plane likely downed by anti-aircraft missile [Video]](https://video.newsserve.net/300/v/20241227/1397164734-Military-expert-says-Azerbaijan-Airlines-plane-likely-downed.jpg)
![Azerbaijani Plane Crash: President Aliyev Alleges Ground Attack & Electronic Warfare Led to Tragedy [Video]](https://video.newsserve.net/300/v/20241229/1397351808-Azerbaijani-Plane-Crash-President-Aliyev-Alleges-Ground-Attack.jpg)
![Ukraine claims Russia downed an Azerbaijani plane, causing a crash in Kazakhstan, killing 38 [Video]](https://video.newsserve.net/300/v/20241226/1397091516-Ukraine-claims-Russia-downed-an-Azerbaijani-plane-causing.jpg)
![Azerbaijan Airlines Crash in Kazakhstan Sparks Conspiracy Theories about Russian Air Defense Attack [Video]](https://video.newsserve.net/300/v/20241226/1397088750-Azerbaijan-Airlines-Crash-in-Kazakhstan-Sparks-Conspiracy-Theories.jpg)
![Damage by foreign objects caused Azerbaijan Airlines crash, official report shows [Video]](https://video.newsserve.net/300/v/20250204/1400745040-Damage-by-foreign-objects-caused-Azerbaijan-Airlines-crash.jpg)
![Kazakhstan says it will send Azerbaijan Airlines black boxes to Brazil as crash probe continues [Video]](https://video.newsserve.net/300/v/20241229/1397379614-Kazakhstan-says-it-will-send-Azerbaijan-Airlines-black.jpg)
![German Rivalry Reignites as Japan Claims 10 Golds in Baku [Video]](https://video.newsserve.net/300/v/20250216/1402348596-German-Rivalry-Reignites-as-Japan-Claims-10-Golds.jpg)
![Passenger Records Chaotic Moments Inside Azerbaijan Airlines Plane Before it Crashes in Kazakhstan [Video]](https://video.newsserve.net/300/v/20241226/1397098908-Passenger-Records-Chaotic-Moments-Inside-Azerbaijan-Airlines-Plane.jpg)
![Putin apologises for 'tragic incident' but doesn't admit blame for Azerbaijan plane crash [Video]](https://video.newsserve.net/300/v/20241228/1397270740-Putin-apologises-for-tragic-incident-but-doesn.jpg)
![US official says Russian air defences may have caused Azerbaijani plane to crash [Video]](https://video.newsserve.net/300/v/20241228/1397243216-US-official-says-Russian-air-defences-may-have.jpg)
![Kazakhstan Crash: Unexplained Breaches Found on Crashed Azerbaijan Plane | What Really Happened? [Video]](https://video.newsserve.net/300/v/20241225/1397056030-Kazakhstan-Crash-Unexplained-Breaches-Found-on-Crashed-Azerbaijan.jpg)
![Kazakhstan regional governor visits site of Azerbaijan Airlines plane crash [Video]](https://video.newsserve.net/300/v/20241225/1397054334-Kazakhstan-regional-governor-visits-site-of-Azerbaijan-Airlines.jpg)
![Drone image of wreckage after Azerbaijan Airlines plane crash in Kazakhstan [Video]](https://video.newsserve.net/300/v/20241225/1397054392-Drone-image-of-wreckage-after-Azerbaijan-Airlines-plane.jpg)
