Aquarius Aerial Firefighting aircraft involved in accident during mission in Türkiye

Cargolux has confirmed an accident involving an Aquarius Aerial Firefighting aircraft during a mission in Türkiye. The Air Tractor AT-802F Fire Boss, with registration LX-AFE, was engaged in firefighting operations when the incident occurred while scooping water. Both the pilot from Aquarius Aerial Firefighting and a Turkish observer managed to evacuate without assistance. There were no fatalities reported. The individuals were rescued by a police boat and transported to a hospital for observation.

Aquarius Aerial Firefighting is part of Cargolux, Europe's leading all-cargo airline based in Luxembourg. Cargolux operates 30 Boeing 747 freighters and has plans to introduce 10 Boeing 777-8F aircraft as replacements for its older fleet. Its network spans over 75 destinations globally, offering both scheduled flights and charter services. With more than five decades of experience, Cargolux provides specialized transport solutions worldwide through its extensive trucking network and numerous offices across more than 50 countries.

Cargolux emphasizes sustainability with programs focusing on Environmental, Social, and Governance principles. The company employs nearly 4,000 people globally.