A training aircraft owned by Red Bird Aviation crash-landed near Baramati Airport in Pune district on Tuesday morning after reportedly developing a technical malfunction during a low-altitude flight, according to police authorities.
The incident occurred at approximately 8:50 AM near Gojubavi village, which is adjacent to the airport. Pune Rural Police Superintendent Sandeep Singh Gill stated, “Today, at around 8:50 AM, a training aircraft belonging to Red Bird Aviation made a crash landing near Gojubavi village adjacent to the Baramati airport. Preliminary information from eyewitnesses indicates the aircraft developed a technical snag while flying at a low altitude. During the crash landing, a part of the aircraft struck a light pole before it came down onto the ground.”
Fortunately, the sole trainee pilot aboard the aircraft escaped without serious injuries. Gill confirmed, “Only one trainee pilot was on board the aircraft. Fortunately, the pilot did not sustain any serious injuries. Upon receiving information about the incident, police personnel immediately rushed to the scene, and a necessary inquiry and further action are underway. Additional details will be provided as they become available.”
An investigation into the crash has been initiated by law enforcement, and further information is anticipated.
