Libya’s Minister of Transport said investigations into the aircraft crash that killed Army Chief of Staff Mohamed Al-Haddad would take no less than a year, stressing that the process remains complex and highly technical.
Speaking at a press conference, Minister Mohamed Al-Shahoubi said the probe is ongoing within a framework of Libyan-Turkish cooperation and with international technical participation. He underlined the Government of National Unity’s commitment to informing the public of the final results once investigations are completed and officially approved.
Al-Shahoubi confirmed that the United Kingdom had agreed to cooperate in analysing the aircraft’s black box, following Germany’s apology for being unable to undertake the task. He said coordination is being carried out with Libyan and Turkish authorities to ensure technical neutrality, transparency, and accuracy throughout the investigation.
Meanwhile, Civil Aviation Authority head Mohamed Shalibek said aircraft accident investigations typically take at least one year and cannot produce conclusions without verified evidence. He noted that the time required to read black box data cannot be predicted, as it depends entirely on the condition of the device after the crash.
The transport minister described uncovering the truth as a national responsibility, emphasising that no political considerations would interfere with the technical process.
Al-Shahoubi added that direct coordination with Turkey’s transport minister continues to support the joint investigative track and determine the real causes of the tragedy. Officials reiterated that transparency with the Libyan public remains a priority, but only after all evidence is thoroughly examined and internationally validated.
The crash occurred during an official military mission, prompting widespread public attention and calls for a careful, professional investigation free from speculation.
Authorities said patience is essential to ensure accountability, aviation safety lessons, and credible findings that meet international standards. They urged restraint while the investigation continues under strict technical and legal procedures nationwide oversight.
