Tragic Plane Crash Claims Lives of Turkish Heiress and Friends
Seven Passengers Killed in Private Jet Accident
Istanbul, Turkey - March 1, 2023
On Sunday, a private plane carrying wealthy Turkish socialite and business heir Mina Basaran, 28, and seven of her friends crashed shortly after takeoff from Istanbul's Ataturk Airport.
The aircraft was en route to the United Arab Emirates when it lost contact with air traffic control and went down in a mountainous area of southeastern Turkey. All eight passengers and three crew members on board were killed in the crash.
Basaran, known for her philanthropic work and lavish lifestyle, was the granddaughter of Vehbi Koç, founder of the Koç Group, one of Turkey's largest conglomerates. The plane was owned by her father, Huseyin Basaran, a prominent businessman.
Authorities are investigating the cause of the crash. Poor weather conditions and a technical malfunction are among the possible factors being considered.
The news of the crash has sent shockwaves through Turkish society and the international community. President Recep Tayyip Erdogan expressed his condolences to the families of the victims and ordered a full investigation.
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