Private Jet Carrying Libyan Chief of Staff Loses Contact Near Ankara; Emergency Landing Reported
Ankara, December 23 – A private jet that took off from Ankara Esenboğa Airport lost radar contact on the evening of December 23, 2025. The aircraft, carrying Libyan Chief of Staff General Muhammed Ali Ahmed AL-Haddad and five other passengers, lost communication at approximately 8:52 PM local time. Reports indicate a loud sound was heard near the Haymana district shortly after contact was lost, leading to an emergency landing notification from the aircraft.
Details of the Incident
The Falcon 50 type business jet, with tail number 9H-DFJ, departed from Ankara Esenboğa Airport en route to Tripoli at 8:10 PM. Communication with the aircraft was severed at 8:52 PM. Following the loss of contact, an emergency landing notification was received from the vicinity of Haymana. However, subsequent attempts to re-establish contact with the aircraft were unsuccessful.
Turkish Minister of Interior Ali Yerlikaya issued a statement regarding the incident, confirming the details:
“This evening at 8:10 PM, a Falcon 50 type business jet with tail number 9H-DFJ, which took off from Ankara Esenboğa Airport for Tripoli, lost contact at 8:52 PM. An emergency landing notification was received from the aforementioned aircraft near Haymana; however, contact with the aircraft could not be re-established afterwards. There are five passengers on board the aircraft, including the Libyan Chief of Staff General Muhammed Ali Ahmed AL-Haddad. The public will be informed of developments.”
Response and Investigation
Following the incident, security and search teams were immediately dispatched to the Haymana region. Initial information from authorities suggests that an investigation has been launched to re-establish contact with the aircraft and determine the cause of the event. The Ankara airspace was temporarily closed to flights as a precautionary measure.
Further announcements to the public are expected as developments unfold. The focus remains on locating the aircraft and ensuring the safety of all individuals on board, including the high-ranking Libyan official.
Previous Incidents and Safety Concerns
While the exact cause of this incident is under investigation, aviation safety remains a critical concern. Such events often trigger extensive inquiries into maintenance records, flight crew experience, weather conditions, and potential technical malfunctions. The temporary closure of Ankara’s airspace highlights the seriousness with which authorities are treating this situation.
The incident has drawn significant attention due to the presence of a high-profile individual on board, emphasizing the importance of swift and thorough investigation to ascertain the facts and prevent future occurrences. The international community will be closely watching the developments as more information becomes available.
Source: https://zafergazetesi.org/ankarada-korkutan-anlar-ozel-jetle-baglanti-koptu/amp
