On December 25, tragedy struck as an Azerbaijan Airlines Embraer190 aircraft crashed near Aktau, Kazakhstan. The crash left 38 dead and 29 survivors grappling with injuries. The flight, en route from Baku, Azerbaijan, to Grozny, Russia, faced a devastating emergency landing, sparking widespread grief and calls for aviation safety reforms.
Moments of Horror Captured on Video
A heart-wrenching video captured by a passenger on board before the crash became viral, showing the very terrifying final moments onboard. It showed passengers praying as oxygen masks hung from the ceiling, indicating visible damage to the cabin of the aircraft. After crashing, the footage shows some survivors bleeding and desperately seeking to escape the wreckage.
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People have circulated the footage of the crash on many social media platforms, although its authenticity is not yet confirmed. Mixed reactions on social media ranged from finding the video “haunting” to finding solace in stories of survival. One user posted: “The Almighty accepted his prayer; he survived and shared his story,” underscoring the emotional impact of the tragedy.
Crash Details and Immediate Response
The aircraft encountered bad weather and was forced to divert course to Aktau. Kanat Bozumbaev, Kazakh Deputy Prime Minister, reported that the aircraft attempted an emergency landing about three kilometres away from Aktau Airport.
Although authorities have not determined the cause yet, preliminary reports indicate multiple reasons. Azerbaijani President Ilham Aliyev said that the bad weather conditions made the aircraft change its course. The Russian civil aviation authority, Rosaviatsia, did not rule out a bird strike as the cause of the onboard emergency.
International Outpouring and Demands for Safety
The accident united people across borders in tears as tributes flowed in from around the globe. Survivors also faced physical and emotional rehabilitation.
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The authorities of Kazakhstan and Azerbaijan are jointly carrying out an investigation into the crash to uncover its cause and prevent future accidents.
A Sober Reminder
The Azerbaijan Airlines crash reminds us of the risks that exist with air travel. The world mourns. However, through all this, it is time to ensure safer skies through proper safety standards, better technology, and more thorough investigations. It is in such destruction that there is hope and a sense of resilience in survivors.
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