Following the crash of a Gazpromavia Sukhoi Superjet in Moscow this week, it has emerged that some parts were installed incorrectly during maintenance.
Information has been released pertinent to these revelations, which we will detail in this article.
Without further ado, let’s get into it…
Gazpromavia Sukhoi Superjet Had Aircraft Parts Installed Incorrectly: Aftermath in Moscow…
It is understood that an aircraft part on the Gazpromavia Sukhoi Superjet was installed incorrectly during the heavy maintenance checks it was undergoing.
The aircraft was being serviced at the Lukhovitsky Aircraft Plant, which is owned by UAC.
Furthermore, it is understood that one of the technicians installed two of the angle of attack sensors incorrectly.
It is understood to have had a deviation of approximately five degrees.
This is in violation of the operating manual for the Gazpromavia Sukhoi Superjet.
As a result of this, unreliable readings were given to the pilots on the test flight, which led to the aircraft entering a stall.
Recap of the Crash…
A Sukhoi Superjet 100-95 owned by Gazprom subsidiary Gazpromavia Airlines was reported as crashing outside Moscow, apparently killing all three crew members on July 12.
Early reports suggest that the aircraft completed maintenance at the Luhovitsa facility and was departing on ferry to Vnukovo Airport, with just the three crew on board.
Reports indicate the aircraft in question was registration RA-89049, owned by Gazpromavia.
The aircraft is believed to have been undergoing its first flight after maintenance.
The flight originated from the Lukhovitsa factory and was routed to Vnukovo airport.
Overall…
In conclusion, this was more than likely the cause into the crash involving the Gazpromavia Sukhoi Superjet.
Following the incident, a letter was sent to PJSC Yakovlev informing the company that they need to follow the operating manual when replacing angle of attack sensors.
Looking ahead, it is unclear whether any further investigations or charges will be made.
Overall, as soon as we have more information pertinent to this, then we will update you accordingly.
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