On December 27, 2019, a passenger plane crashed shortly after takeoff in Almaty, Kazakhstan. The aircraft, a Bek Air Fokker 100, was carrying 98 passengers and crew members. Unfortunately, at least 12 people were killed in the crash, with many others sustaining injuries.
The cause of the crash is still under investigation, but initial reports suggest that the plane lost altitude and crashed into a two-story building shortly after taking off from Almaty International Airport. The aircraft was en route to Nur-Sultan, the capital of Kazakhstan, when the tragic incident occurred.
Eyewitnesses reported seeing the plane struggling to gain altitude before crashing into the building. The impact caused significant damage to the structure and sparked a fire, which emergency responders were quick to extinguish. Rescue teams worked tirelessly to evacuate passengers and crew members from the wreckage, transporting them to nearby hospitals for treatment.
Authorities have launched an investigation into the crash to determine the cause of the accident. The aircraft’s black box has been recovered and will be analyzed to shed light on what went wrong. The airline, Bek Air, has grounded its fleet of Fokker 100 planes pending the outcome of the investigation.
This tragic incident serves as a sobering reminder of the risks associated with air travel and the importance of rigorous safety standards. Our thoughts are with the victims and their families during this difficult time. As more information becomes available, we hope to gain a better understanding of what led to this devastating plane crash in Kazakhstan.
