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AAIB Follows Protocols in Baramati Learjet Crash Probe, Recorders Damaged

The Aircraft Accident Investigation Bureau (AAIB) is conducting a comprehensive investigation into the fatal Learjet 45 crash at Baramati on January 28. The aircraft's two flight recorders were exposed to intense heat and fire but the Digital Flight Data Recorder has been successfully downloaded. The Cockpit Voice Recorder is undergoing detailed technical examination, with the AAIB seeking specialized international support. The Bureau emphasized its commitment to an evidence-based, transparent probe and urged the public to avoid speculation.

Key Points: Baramati Aircraft Crash Probe: AAIB Updates on Investigation

  • Detailed probe into Jan 28 Learjet crash
  • Both flight recorders found with fire damage
  • DFDR data successfully downloaded
  • CVR undergoing technical examination
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Following all protocols for evidence-based probe in Baramati aircraft accident: AAIB

AAIB details probe into Baramati Learjet crash that killed Ajit Pawar, confirms flight recorders recovered with fire damage, investigation ongoing.

"following all prescribed technical and procedural protocols to ensure that the investigation remains objective, thorough and based strictly on evidence - AAIB"

New Delhi, Feb 17

The Aircraft Accident Investigation Bureau on Tuesday said that it is conducting a detailed and comprehensive probe into the Learjet 45 aircraft crash at Baramati on January 28, in full compliance with the Aircraft Rules, 2017 and international standards laid down under ICAO Annex 13.

The accident had claimed six lives, including Maharashtra Deputy Chief Minister Ajit Pawar, after the aircraft crashed while landing near Baramati.

The Directorate General of Civil Aviation (DGCA) had earlier confirmed that all six people on board the aircraft died in the crash.

In its latest update, the AAIB said the aircraft was fitted with two independent flight recorders.

Both devices were exposed to intense heat and sustained significant fire damage due to the accident.

Despite the damage, the Digital Flight Data Recorder (DFDR), manufactured by L3-Communications, has been successfully downloaded at the AAIB's Flight Recorder Laboratory.

The Cockpit Voice Recorder (CVR), manufactured by Honeywell, is currently undergoing a detailed technical examination.

The Bureau has sought assistance from the Accredited Representative of the State of Manufacture for specialised support to retrieve data from the damaged recorder.

The AAIB emphasised that it is following all prescribed technical and procedural protocols to ensure that the investigation remains objective, thorough and based strictly on evidence.

It reiterated its commitment to transparency and said that further details will be shared at an appropriate stage of the probe.

The Bureau has also urged all stakeholders and the public to refrain from speculation and allow the investigation to proceed as per established procedures.

The crash took place around 9 a.m., nearly an hour after the aircraft had taken off from Mumbai.

Visuals from the site had shown thick smoke and flames rising from the mangled remains of the plane, with ambulances and rescue teams rushing to the spot.

Locals were seen trying to help in rescue efforts before emergency services arrived.

Ajit Pawar was travelling to Baramati to attend a public meeting amid ongoing Zilla Parishad and Panchayat Samiti elections when the aircraft reportedly lost control during the landing phase.

Senior security officials and rescue teams were deployed immediately after the crash.

Three bodies were initially taken to Baramati Medical College, and identification procedures were carried out under the supervision of the Pune Superintendent of Police.

- IANS

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Priya S
The fact that they managed to download data from the DFDR despite fire damage is impressive. Hope the CVR data can also be retrieved. This probe needs to be thorough so we can prevent such accidents in the future. Safety must come first.
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Rahul R
A huge loss for Maharashtra politics. While the investigation seems detailed, I hope there is no cover-up due to the high-profile nature of the victims. The AAIB's call for no speculation is correct, but transparency is key.
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Sarah B
Respect to the locals who tried to help before emergency services arrived. That's the real spirit of India. The technical details about the recorders are crucial. Let's wait for the final report.
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Vikram M
The article mentions the aircraft lost control during landing. Was it a technical fault or human error? Weather? The probe must answer these questions. Too many lives are lost in such crashes.
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Kavya N
Such a heartbreaking news. Apart from the political figure, other lives were also lost. Hope the investigation brings some closure to their families. The focus should be on improving safety standards for all private aircraft in India.

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