Private Jet Lost Near Libya After Turkey Takeoff
- Turkish air traffic controllers lost interaction with a private Falcon 50 business jet on Tuesday, December 23, 2025, shortly after its departure from Esenboga Airport in Ankara, Turkey.
- Turkish Interior Minister Ali Yerlikaya confirmed the loss of contact, as initially reported by private Turkish broadcaster NTV and other news outlets.
- Muhammad Ali Ahmad al-Haddad had been in Ankara for meetings with Turkish officials.
Contact Lost with Private Jet carrying Libyan Military Chief
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Updated December 23, 2025, 7:51 PM EST
Aircraft Disappears After Takeoff from Ankara
Turkish air traffic controllers lost interaction with a private Falcon 50 business jet on Tuesday, December 23, 2025, shortly after its departure from Esenboga Airport in Ankara, Turkey. The aircraft was carrying Libya’s military chief, Muhammad Ali Ahmad al-Haddad, and four other individuals.
Turkish Interior Minister Ali Yerlikaya confirmed the loss of contact, as initially reported by private Turkish broadcaster NTV and other news outlets.
Libyan Official’s Visit to Turkey
Muhammad Ali Ahmad al-Haddad had been in Ankara for meetings with Turkish officials. The purpose of these meetings has not been publicly disclosed at this time.
Airport Temporarily Closed
Esenboga Airport has been temporarily closed to all flights while authorities investigate the situation. Further details are currently unavailable, and the circumstances surrounding the loss of communication remain unclear.