A K2 Airways Boeing 737-400 cargo aircraft en route from Sharjah to Karachi lost contact with radar approximately 300 kilometers west of Karachi.The pilot reported a navigational system issue at 9:18pm and was guided by the Karachi Area Control Centre (ACC).

However, at 9:21pm, the aircraft rapidly descended and altered its heading, leading to complete loss of radar contact and communication around 287 kilometers west of Karachi.

The Pakistan Airports Authority (PAA) confirmed five crew members were on board, prompting activation of the Rescue Coordination Centre for a coordinated search and rescue operation at sea.The Bureau of Air Safety Investigation will probe the incident's cause.This event highlights aviation safety concerns and underscores the need for emergency protocols in navigational failures over international waters.