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DHL cargo plane crashes near Vilnius airport in Lithuania

26 November 2024
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2024-11-26 10:25

A cargo plane flying on behalf of German logistics company DHL crashed near Vilnius International Airport in Lithiania on Monday, killing at least one person, according to Lithuanian officials. The deceased person was confirmed by Lithuanian police to be a Spanish national and member of the flight crew, although not one of the pilots.

The other occupants of the plane were reportedly injured, but their condition remained unclear. A spokesperson for DHL Lithuania said that the company has opened an investigation. Aircraft manufacturer Boeing also said it was "working to gather more information" and stood "ready to provide any support."

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