Turkish C-130 Crashes Near Georgia-Azerbaijan Border
A Turkish Air Force Lockheed C-130E Hercules cargo plane crashed close to the Georgia-Azerbaijan border, carrying 20 people on board. The incident occurred after the aircraft departed from Ganja Airport in Azerbaijan.
Official Statements and Timeline
The Turkish Ministry of National Defense confirmed on November 11, 2025:
“A C-130 military cargo plane departing from Azerbaijan to Turkey crashed on the Georgia-Azerbaijan border. Search and rescue efforts have been initiated in coordination with Azerbaijani and Georgian authorities.”
Georgian officials reported that the aircraft disappeared from radar just minutes after entering Georgian airspace and did not send a distress call.
Details of the Crash
- The aircraft was identified as #TUAF543.
- It took off from Ganja Airport at 10:19 UTC.
- Videos on social media show the plane breaking apart mid-air before impact.
- The fuselage disintegrated with the front section falling separately.
- The wingbox spun toward the ground, exploding upon crash.
- The tail section was reportedly missing after the crash.
❗🇹🇷Un avion de transport C-130 de l'armée turque s'est écrasé.
Rescue Operations
Search and rescue operations are ongoing, conducted jointly by Turkish, Azerbaijani, and Georgian authorities.
Summary: A Turkish military C-130 cargo plane carrying 20 people crashed near the Georgia-Azerbaijan border after disappearing from radar without distress signals; rescue efforts are underway.
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