Charter plane disappears from radar after takeoff from Ranchi Airport
Ranchi, February 23
A charter plane carrying an unknown number of passengers and crew has disappeared from radar shortly after departing from Ranchi Airport. Directorate General of Civil Aviation sources confirmed late Monday evening.
As per Ranchi Airport sources, "A medical flight took off. Its contact was established with the next station, then the control was handed over to the next station. After this contact was lost. The plane did not contact the Ranchi Airport. The State has been informed about this. All necessary SOPs are being followed.
Further details are awaited.
— ANI
Reader Comments
A medical flight? That could mean patients or organs on board. This is a double tragedy. The authorities need to be transparent with the families immediately.
"Unknown number of passengers" is not acceptable. How can a flight manifest be unclear? This points to serious lapses in regulation for charter flights. Hope they are found safe, but a thorough investigation is a must.
Bhagwan unki raksha kare. The families must be going through hell. I hope the Air Force and local administration are coordinating well for the search operation in the Jharkhand forests.
Weather has been unstable in that region. Could be a factor. DGCA needs to ensure all charter operators maintain the highest safety standards, not just the big airlines.
Terrible news. The phrase "all necessary SOPs are being followed" sounds like a standard line. What people need right now is action and clear communication, not bureaucratic language.
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