A tragic military aviation incident has resulted in the loss of all personnel on board a Turkish Air Force aircraft. Shocking footage, captured by a witness and later obtained by Georgian media, shows the devastating moment the plane went down.
Details of the Tragic Incident
The crash involved a C-130 military cargo plane belonging to Turkey. The aircraft had taken off from Ganja, Azerbaijan and was on its way back to Turkey when the disaster occurred. It crashed on Tuesday in Georgia’s Sighnaghi municipality, an area located close to the Azerbaijani border.
Official Confirmation and Investigation
On Wednesday, Turkey's defense minister made the somber announcement that all 20 personnel on board the flight were killed. The news has sent shockwaves through the military community. Authorities have confirmed that the cause of the crash is currently under investigation. No immediate details about potential technical failures or environmental factors have been released.
Aftermath and Global Reaction
The viral video of the crash has brought global attention to the accident, highlighting the inherent risks of military transport operations. The loss of 20 service members represents a significant tragedy for the Turkish armed forces. The international community is closely watching as investigators work to determine what led to this catastrophic event.
