Charter plane 'disappears' after takeoff from Ranchi Airport, contact lost with radar
A chartered air ambulance that took off from Ranchi Airport has reportedly crashed in a dense forest area near Karamatang village in the Chatra district of India after contact was lost with radar.
A chartered air ambulance has crashed in the dense forests near Karamatang village in the Chatra district of India shortly after taking off from Ranchi Airport for Delhi. The airport director confirmed that contact was lost with the radar during the flight, leading to immediate emergency responses from local police and district administration. The area where the plane crashed is challenging for rescue operations due to its dense jungle, complicating efforts to ascertain the condition of the patients, doctors, and crew onboard.
Local authorities, including the administration and police teams, have mobilized and are currently at the crash site assessing the situation. However, the rough terrain is causing significant delays in rescue efforts, and detailed information regarding the passengers' status is still awaited. The incident has raised serious concerns, prompting the state government and the Directorate General of Civil Aviation (DGCA) to prepare for a high-level investigation into the circumstances surrounding the crash.
As this is a breaking news story, more updates are expected to emerge as authorities gather more information from the crash site. This aviation incident highlights the risks involved in air travel, particularly in remote areas, and the urgency for improved safety measures and response strategies in such situations to safeguard the lives of those onboard.