TRAINING AIRCRAFT CRASH-LANDS NEAR BARAMATI AIRPORT; NO INJURIES
Incident Overview
On August 9, 2025, a training aircraft belonging to Redbird Flight Training Centre crash-landed near Baramati Airport in Pune district during its landing phase after completing a training flight. The pilot, upon noticing tyre damage mid-air, attempted an emergency landing at around 8 AM. During touchdown, the front landing wheel detached, causing the aircraft to veer off the taxiway to the opposite side of the airport compound.
Pilot and Safety
Fortunately, the pilot of the aircraft was unharmed, and no injuries were reported in the incident. Authorities confirmed that the emergency landing was handled with appropriate caution, preventing any casualties or further damage.
Background and Context
The aircraft was on a routine training sortie when the pilot noticed the damaged tyre.
Redbird Flight Training Centre operates training flights out of Baramati and is under scrutiny due to previous incidents and safety complaints from residents and officials.
The Maharashtra Industrial Development Corporation manages the airstrip area used for training.
Public Concerns and Regulatory Attention
Recent complaints have been raised about operational safety standards at Redbird Flight Training Academy.
Previous accidents involving the academy’s training aircraft have resulted in injuries and fatalities.
Local political and aviation authorities have called for stricter adherence to Directorate General of Civil Aviation (DGCA) norms to avoid endangering lives in the surrounding residential and industrial areas.
FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS (FAQ)
Q1: What caused the training aircraft to crash-land near Baramati Airport?
The pilot noticed damage to one of the aircraft’s tyres and attempted an emergency landing.
Q2: Were there any injuries reported in the crash?
No injuries were reported; the pilot was safe.
Q3: Which organization operates the training aircraft?
The aircraft belongs to Redbird Flight Training Centre.
Q4: When did the crash-landing occur?
The incident happened on August 9, 2025, around 8 AM.
Q5: Has Redbird Flight Training Centre faced other incidents?
Yes, multiple past incidents and complaints have been noted regarding its operations and safety record.
Published on: August 9, 2025
Published by: PAVAN
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