Investigation launched into Kazakhstan plane crash | BBC News

Dozens of people have died after a passenger plane crashed with about 70 people on board in Kazakhstan, local officials have said.

Authorities in Azerbaijan, where the flight originated, say there were at least 30 survivors.

Footage shows the aircraft heading towards the ground at high speed with its landing gear down, before bursting into flames as it lands.

Both Azerbaijan and Kazakhstan have launched investigations into the incident. Manufacturer Embraer said it was "ready to assist all relevant authorities".

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