A small plane crashed near the capital of Kazakhstan

A TL-2000 light aircraft crashed near the capital of Kazakhstan. This was announced on June 22 by the Ministry of Transport of the Republic.

"Previously, around 11:30 (local time, corresponds to 13:30 Moscow time. —While performing a training flight in the area of the Zholaman airfield (Astana city), an accident occurred with a TL-2000 light-engine aircraft," the Telegram channel said.

According to preliminary data, there were two crew members on board — both died. The ministry clarified that the plane belonged to a private owner.

It is reported that a special commission of inquiry is being set up to determine the causes of the disaster. Employees of the Department for the Investigation of transport accidents went to the scene.

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