One killed, 77 hospitalized as Colombian military plane crashes after takeoff - Reuters
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A Colombian military plane with 125 aboard crashed after takeoff; 71 people were rescued.
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A Colombian military transport plane carrying 125 people crashed shortly after takeoff, with rescue teams pulling 71 survivors from the wreckage. The incident occurred at an unspecified location, and details about the cause of the crash remain unclear. Search and rescue operations were underway for the remaining passengers and crew members aboard the aircraft. Military transport accidents in the region have historically involved various factors including weather conditions and mechanical issues. The Colombian military has not yet released an official statement on casualties or the circumstances surrounding the crash.
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Rescue operations recovered 71 people from the crash site.
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