Five crew members aboard the missing K2 Airways cargo flight from Sharjah to Karachi have been confirmed dead after Pakistani authorities located the wreckage of the aircraft in the Arabian Sea following an extensive search and rescue operation.
The Boeing 737 cargo aircraft disappeared from radar after losing contact with air traffic control while approaching Karachi, shortly after the crew reported a navigational system malfunction.
The crew members included two pilots, two engineers, and one loadmaster. K2 Airways has identified all five victims and expressed profound grief over the tragic loss, while offering condolences to their families and loved ones.
Emergency teams, supported by aviation and maritime authorities, carried out an intensive search before locating the crash site.
Pakistan’s Prime Minister, , expressed deep sorrow over the incident and extended heartfelt sympathies to the bereaved families.
He also directed the relevant authorities to continue search, recovery, and investigation efforts to determine the circumstances surrounding the crash.
The tragedy has sent shockwaves through the aviation communities of both Pakistan and the United Arab Emirates.
Investigators are now expected to examine the recovered wreckage, flight data recorders, and other evidence to establish the exact cause of the accident. Officials have stated that a comprehensive investigation will be carried out before any conclusions are reached.
