February 11, 2026 11:40 am (IST)
Afghanistan: Cargo plane crashes, 7 killed
Kabul, May 19 (IBNS): At least seven people were killed as a cargo plane belonging to Silk Way Airlines crashed in southern Helmand province of Afghanistan on Thursday, media reports said.
According to Azerbaijan’s civil aviation administration officials, the plane crashed after taking off from Dwyer airport in Helmand province, Khaama Press reported.
The crew of the plane belonged to Azerbaijan, Ukraine and Uzbekistan, reports said.
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