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Titleupdated by automation : Tornado damages planes, buildings at Begishevo Airport, Tatarstan
CreatedMonday, August 12th 2024
DescriptionOn July 30, 2024, a tornado struck Begishevo Airport near Nizhnekamsk in Tatarstan, Russia, causing significant damage. The storm scattered four Diamond-42 training planes from St. Petersburg University of Civil Aviation, flipped them over, and moved them from their parking spots. A private helicopter, apron equipment, and airfield structures were also damaged. Additionally, the tornado blew off roofs, siding, and knocked out windows in several buildings in the area. Eyewitnesses shared a video showing the extensive aftermath of the storm.