Russian Passenger Plane Missing in Far East
An Antonov An-24 passenger plane, operated by Angara Airlines, disappeared from radar while approaching Tynda, Amur region, Russia. The plane was en route from Khabarovsk via Blagoveshchensk. According to regional governor Vasily Orlov, preliminary reports indicate 43 passengers, including five children, and six crew members were onboard. The emergencies ministry reported a slightly lower number of people on board.
All available resources have been deployed to locate the missing aircraft. Emergency services confirmed a failure to complete security checks near Tynda before contact was lost.
Impact Statement: The disappearance of the plane has triggered a large-scale search and rescue operation. The incident could have significant implications for air safety regulations and airline operations in the region.