After a plane, initially believed to be Indian, crashed in Afghanistan’s Badakhshan province, Indian authorities clarified that it was neither a scheduled nor a charter flight for India. The Ministry of Civil Aviation confirmed it as a Moroccan-registered small aircraft, dispelling initial reports of Indian origin. Contrary to Afghanistan-based media publications, the crashed plane was identified as a DF-10 (Dassault Falcon) air ambulance, flying from Thailand to Moscow with a refueling stop at Gaya airport in Bihar, India.
The Ministry of Civil Aviation issued a statement categorically stating, “The unfortunate plane crash in Afghanistan is neither an Indian Scheduled Aircraft nor a Non-Scheduled/Charter aircraft. It is a Moroccan registered small aircraft.” This clarification came after thorough verification, distinguishing the aircraft’s identity and origin.
Contrary to early reports, the crashed aircraft’s journey was revealed to be an air ambulance route from Thailand to Moscow, refueling in Gaya, India. The Ministry emphasized that the aircraft involved was a DF-10, a Dassault Falcon, registered in Morocco, further distancing it from any affiliation with Indian carriers.
The incident highlights the importance of accurate information dissemination, especially in the initial phases of such events, to avoid misinformation and confusion. The Indian government’s prompt clarification underscores the need for precise details to prevent unwarranted speculation.
As more details emerge, the focus shifts to the circumstances surrounding the crash and the response efforts in Afghanistan. The Ministry of Civil Aviation’s thorough examination and subsequent clarification contribute to maintaining transparency in aviation-related incidents, ensuring accurate reporting and understanding among concerned parties.
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