Detached Wings From Doomed Turkish C-130 Observed Spiraling Into Ground
A Turkish Air Force C-130E Hercules cargo plane crashed dramatically in Georgia while returning from Azerbaijan. The incident involved 20 people on board.
Flight Details
The aircraft took off from Ganja International Airport in Azerbaijan about 30 minutes before the crash. It was using the callsign TUAF543.
“After departure, it turned and positioned itself on a northeasterly track, passing the Mingechevir Reservoir beneath. While passing 15,000 feet, it again turned onto a northwesterly heading before turning west, passing the Georgian border around 10:37 UTC.”
The plane continued ascending until reaching its cruising altitude of 24,000 feet at 10:41 UTC.
Crash Observations
Videos captured show the C-130E breaking apart midair. The center fuselage with the wings remained attached and spiraled straight down while other large sections also fell toward the ground.
Time of Crash
According to Flightradar24 data, the crash happened sometime after 2:49 PM local time (10:49 PM UTC).
Incident Overview
- Aircraft Type: Turkish Air Force C-130E Hercules
- Route: From Azerbaijan to Turkey
- Crash Location: Georgia
- People on Board: 20
The tragic event is under investigation, but the footage reveals the dramatic breakup and spiral descent of the plane.
Author's Summary
This tragic crash of a Turkish C-130E in Georgia reveals a midair breakup and spiraling descent, emphasizing the risks faced during military cargo flights.