The investigation into the Learjet 45 plane crash that took place in Baramati on January 28, 2026 has now reached a new phase. The Civil Aviation Ministry has informed that the digital flight data recorder of the aircraft has been successfully downloaded in Delhi. However, the cockpit voice recorder has been badly damaged due to the fire for which help from foreign experts is being sought. This incident has also created a stir in Maharashtra politics as former Deputy Chief Minister Ajit Pawar lost his life in it.
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What is the latest information regarding accident investigation and black box?
AAIB, the agency investigating the plane crash, has said that the investigation is being conducted as per international standards. Investigation of both the parts of the black box is important to gather technical information about the accident. The main points of the investigation are as follows:
DFDR Status: Complete information from the aircraft’s data recorder has been extracted from the Delhi lab.
CVR Status: The cockpit voice recorder has been burnt due to excessive heat and fire. American company Honeywell has been contacted for its data.
Investigation Report: According to international rules, the initial report is expected to come within 30 days of the accident i.e. by 27th February.
Pawar family’s demand and government’s big decision
Ajit Pawar’s son Jai Pawar has publicly raised questions on the malfunction of the black box. He says that aircraft recorders are so strong that they cannot be easily destroyed. Meanwhile, Ajit Pawar’s wife Sunetra Pawar has met Chief Minister Devendra Fadnavis and demanded a CBI inquiry into this entire matter. The family suspects some major negligence or conspiracy in this. The government has also taken strict steps regarding security after this accident.
Type of action Description Operator audit A special audit of VSR Ventures has been initiated from February 4. Sector Audit: The investigation of 14 big operators associated with the VIP movement will be completed by February 25. The airstrip investigation will be a review of the safety of more than 400 uncontrolled airstrips in the country.
Civil Aviation Minister K. Rammohan Naidu has appealed to the people to avoid any kind of speculation till the investigation is completed. The ministry says that transparency will be maintained in the entire process and all security aspects will be thoroughly investigated. Security experts say that lack of modern navigation facilities at Baramati airstrip could also be a reason for the accident.
