RIGHT NOW, PLANE WITH MORE THAN 244 ONBOARD JUST CRASH

Families of the passengers are frantically awaiting word

Families of the passengers are frantically awaiting word,

with scenes of heartbreak unfolding at airports and terminals connected to the ill-fated flight.

Officials have promised a full investigation to determine what went wrong, but in the meantime,

loved ones and communities around the world are clinging to hope for good news

loved ones and communities around the world are clinging to hope for good news.

This crash is already being described as one of the most catastrophic air disasters in recent memory.

Global leaders and aviation authorities are expected to issue statements soon,