Summary
A passenger plane crashed in Russia's Far East, resulting in the deaths of all 48 people on board. The plane disappeared from radar and was later found burning on a hillside near Tynda. The exact cause of the crash is unknown, but there were reports of bad weather, and the plane was nearly 50 years old.
Key Facts
- A passenger plane crash in Russia's Far East killed all 48 passengers and crew.
- The crash site was located on a hillside near Tynda, more than 7,000 kilometers from Moscow.
- The plane was operated by Angara Airlines.
- Officials have not yet determined the cause of the crash, but adverse weather conditions were reported.
- The crashed aircraft was almost 50 years old.
- Rescuers found it difficult to reach the crash site because it was in a remote area.
- The aircraft attempted to land for a second time before disappearing from radar.
- A probe is underway to investigate possible flight safety violations.
