At least 16 people were killed and six injured in a plane crash in the Russian region of Tatarstan, the Ministry of Emergencies announced on Sunday.
With 23 people on board, the plane had been carrying 20 parachute jumpers and two crew members.
Local health authorities announced that seven survivors are currently hospitalised while one is in a very “serious condition,” Russian state-owned RIA Novosti news agency reported.
The planewas a short-range Let L-40 Turbolet made by Czech manufacturer, Let Kunovice. It is famous for its ability to adapt to diverse weather conditions and is often used by militaries and small airlines.
In recent years, Russian aviation safety standards have improved. However, accidents continue to happen especially those involving ageing planes in far-flung regions.
An ageing An-26 transport plane crashed last month in the Russian far east registering the death of six people.
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