A turboprop plane crashed in the jungle of Chacheongsao province, southeast of Bangkok, with nine people on board including two pilots and seven passengers. The crash occurred while the aircraft was travelling from Suvarnabhumi airport to Trat province. Authorities believed there were no survivors from the crash. The passengers on board were four Thais and five Chinese, including two children aged 12 and 13.
Chacheongsao governor Chonlatee Yangtrong confirmed that the crash took place at around 3:10pm local time, with rescuers on the scene trying to locate the missing individuals. Despite their efforts, it was believed that all those on board were dead. The search for the missing individuals involved over 300 military personnel and volunteers, facing challenges due to heavy rainfall in the region. Authorities have also launched an investigation to determine the cause of the crash.
The search and rescue operations have yielded some body parts and pieces of the aircraft, aiding in the identification of those on board and the circumstances surrounding the crash. As the search continues, officials are committed to finding the missing individuals, despite the difficult conditions in the jungle. The passengers on the flight, which was destined for an area known for its beaches, were from both Thailand and China.
The crash of the turboprop plane has brought a sense of urgency and sadness to the region, as families and loved ones await news of their missing relatives. The resources dedicated to the search effort reflect the determination of authorities to provide closure and answers to those affected by the tragedy. The impact of the crash on the local community and aviation safety regulations will also be examined as part of the investigation into the incident.
