Vanished: An-24 Plane's Mysterious Disappearance

An An-24 passenger plane operated by Angara airline went missing with about 50 people on board in Russia's far east. The plane, en route to Tynda in the Amur region, lost contact with air traffic controllers just a few kilometers from its destination, sparking widespread concern.


Devdiscourse News Desk | Updated: 24-07-2025 11:24 IST | Created: 24-07-2025 11:24 IST
Vanished: An-24 Plane's Mysterious Disappearance
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In a concerning development, air traffic controllers reported losing contact with an An-24 passenger plane on Thursday, as confirmed by Interfax and SHOT news outlets.

The aircraft, operated by Angara airline, was carrying approximately 50 passengers and was on its way to the town of Tynda, situated in Russia's far east.

The plane was believed to be only kilometers away from reaching its destination in the Amur region, which borders China, when communication was abruptly cut off.

(With inputs from agencies.)

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