Rescue teams rushed to the site following the crash of a Turkish military cargo plane in Georgia. The aircraft, identified as a C130, went down near the Georgia-Azerbaijan border, as reported by officials from the Republic of Türkiye Ministry of National Defence. The ministry stated that the C130 was en route from Azerbaijan to Turkey when the incident occurred.
Search and rescue operations have commenced in collaboration with authorities from Azerbaijan and Georgia. The exact number of crew members aboard the aircraft during the crash is currently unknown.
Both Georgian and Azerbaijani officials are actively participating in the search and rescue efforts, confirmed by NATO state representatives. The cause of the crash is yet to be determined.
Eyewitnesses observed smoke billowing from the plane as it spiraled downwards, leaving a trail of white smoke visible as it descended. The crash site was located in the Rustavi region of Georgia, approximately 100 miles away from the Russian border.
Turkish armed forces frequently utilize C-130 military cargo planes for personnel transport and logistical operations. Specific details regarding the departure location of the aircraft, the number of personnel on board, and its flight path remain undisclosed at this time.
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