AN-32 Crash During Landing Sparks Fire and High-Level Investigation
Jorhat airbase accident
The news of an air force plane crashing was received from Jorhat airbase in Assam.
The air craft concerning was an AN-32 transport plane that had just landed.
Initial reports indicate that there was a fire after landing.
Five members of the Indian Air Force lost their lives in the tragic accident.
The emergency services team moved to the spot quickly after the accident occurred.
The fire services were able to put off the fire through their hard work.
As per the initial information, there could have been problems with landing.
It appears that the plane made a landing outside the runway.
The plane landed on some rough or uneven ground.
The impact of the crash led to the plane breaking up into pieces.
There was smoke and fire coming out of the site of the crash.
The security teams cordoned off the place after the crash.
Statement on this regard has been released by Indian Air Force.
An official inquiry is underway to find out the cause of this accident.
Technical fault and landing procedures have been looked into by experts.
Other parameters under scrutiny are weather and runway safety aspects.
Further details can be known when inquiry process reaches its conclusion.
This mishap has put forth some serious questions about operational safety measures.
Jorhat airbase accident
