Challenger Crash Almaty
Jet Connection Challenger crashed on take-off here in the early hours, leaving runway 05 and hitting a fence and wall. Initial reports say one passenger killed and pilots and F/a in hospital. The aircraft was operated by Jet Connection (JCX826?) and was flying from HAJ-HKG. The airport was closed for a short time for runway inspection and due to the rescue services involvement. It has now re-opened.