On December 25, 2024, a tragic aviation incident unfolded when an Embraer 190 aircraft, operated by Azerbaijan Airlines (AZAL), crashed near Aktau. The aircraft was on a scheduled flight from Baku, Azerbaijan, to Grozny, Russia, when the disaster occurred. Here’s a detailed analysis of what we know so far: The Aircraft and Its Journey The Embraer 190 is a twin-engine, narrow-body jet manufactured by Brazilian aerospace company Embraer. Known for its reliability and efficiency, the Embraer 190 is a popular choice for short to medium-haul routes. This particular flight, operated by Azerbaijan Airlines, departed from Baku Heydar Aliyev International Airport and was destined for Grozny Airport in the Chechen Republic. The route is a regular service connecting Azerbaijan’s capital to the Russian region. The Crash Location: Near Aktau Aktau, a city located on the eastern shore of the Caspian Sea in Kazakhstan, became the unfortunate site of the aircraft’s descent. The proximity to Aktau sugg...