Grief engulfs Maharashtra following the fatal aircraft mishap involving Deputy Chief Minister Ajit Pawar. Renowned civil aviation specialist Captain Anant Mathur has called for patience, asserting that definitive answers lie solely in the analysis of the CVR and FDR.
During a candid discussion, Mathur remarked, ‘No data exists yet to determine the crash’s cause. We need those recorders retrieved and decoded.’ The CVR logs cockpit audio, while the FDR tracks over 1,000 parameters, from flap settings to turbulence encounters.
At crash time, horizontal visibility measured 3 km – a figure familiar to laypeople. However, pilots prioritize slant visibility for precise runway visualization. ‘Understanding this is crucial for grasping landing challenges,’ Mathur elaborated.
Probe agencies will issue an initial report soon, paving the way for the pivotal final document. This ultimate analysis identifies core issues and accountability. Mathur cautioned against rumors, advocating reliance on evidence. Heartfelt condolences poured from him to bereaved families of passengers and crew.
Pawar’s funeral in Baramati unfolded with full state honors on Thursday. His devoted family stood united, sons conducting the rites. The incident prompts urgent questions on flight safety, with black box insights expected to drive reforms across India’s aviation sector.