Indonesian passenger plane missing after take-off
follow and like on:
71 total views today
A passenger plane operated by Indonesian budget carrier Sriwijaya Air has lost contact after taking off from Jakarta’s airport, according to an official.
A spokeswoman for the Transport Ministry, Adita Irawati, said the Boeing 737-500 aircraft was en route to Pontianak on Borneo island when it lost contact.
“This is being investigated in coordination with the National Search and Rescue Agency and the National Transport Safety Committee,” Adita said.
The aircraft was carrying 56 passengers, including seven children and six crew members, Metro TV reported. (dpa/NAN)
follow and like on:
Published By
Has also recently published
General NewsJune 27, 2024Nigeria requires N348trn to address infrastructure deficit -ICRC D-G
BusinessJune 26, 2024Ways and means securitisation responsible for N24trn debt rise – DMO
SportsJune 26, 2024Paris Olympics: We’re ready to surpass previous achievements – NOC
Defence/SecurityJune 26, 2024Recruitment: Okiro urges harmony between PSC, Police
