Search and Rescue Underway for K2 Airways Boeing 737
Authorities have initiated a search operation for a K2 Airways cargo Boeing 737-400, which went missing while approaching Karachi, Pakistan. According to data from Flightradar24, the aircraft—flight KTA1732—disappeared from radar shortly before its scheduled landing. Preliminary tracking data suggests the aircraft may have crashed into the sea southwest of Karachi.
What happened to flight KTA1732?
The flight originated in Sharjah and was in the final stages of its journey to Karachi when contact was lost. Flightradar24 reported that the aircraft experienced an erratic flight profile, characterized by a sudden loss of altitude, a brief climb, and a subsequent sharp descent. The last recorded position of the Boeing 737-400 (registration AP-BOI) occurred at an altitude of approximately 335 meters. Flightradar24 noted a vertical speed of -22,400 feet per minute, or roughly 410 km/h, at the time of the final transmission. Local media reports indicate that the crew had communicated difficulties with the aircraft’s navigation system prior to the loss of signal.
The missing Boeing 737-400, registered as AP-BOI, has a long service history. Originally a passenger jet operated by Aeroflot from 1999, it later served with Garuda Indonesia before being converted into a freighter in 2012.
Operational History of the Aircraft
The aircraft involved in the incident has a history spanning over two decades. Following its conversion to a freighter in 2012, the plane was operated by TNT Airways and ASL Airlines. Records show the aircraft was previously painted in a paint shop at the airport in Ostrava, where it also parked for some time. K2 Airways, a Karachi-based cargo carrier, began operating this specific Boeing 737-400SF at the end of 2024. At the time of the disappearance, five crew members were reportedly on board.
How do cargo operations compare to passenger flights?
Many freighter aircraft, like the K2 Airways Boeing 737-400SF, are repurposed from passenger fleets.
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the current status of the search?
Authorities are actively searching the area southwest of Karachi where the aircraft was last tracked. The operation follows reports from Flightradar24 confirming the loss of signal and the vessel’s final flight path.
How many people were on board the cargo flight?
According to local press reports, there were five crew members on board the aircraft at the time of the incident.
What was the aircraft’s final reported issue?
Local media outlets report that the flight crew communicated technical problems regarding the aircraft’s navigation system shortly before the signal was lost.
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