A Chilean Air Force plane carrying 38 people has disappeared en route to Antarctica.
The C-130 Hercules transport aircraft went missing shortly after taking off from the southern city of Punta Arenas.
Officials have declared a state of alert and dispatched a search and rescue team.
The plane was travelling to provide logistical support for the maintenance of Chilean facilities at the Antarctic base.
Among those missing are 17 crew members and 21 passengers.


White House denies US requested ceasefire, says new talks may happen in Pakistan
Netanyahu: Israel military continues to strike Hezbollah
US, Iran talks progress towards agreement to end war, Axios reports
At least 16 reported dead from heavy rains in Hispaniola
