The Directorate General of Civil Aviation (DGCA) has grounded four planes belonging to VSR Ventures Pvt Ltd following a safety audit conducted after the Learjet 45 crash in Baramati, Maharashtra, on January 28. The audit revealed multiple violations in approved procedures related to airworthiness, air safety, and flight operations within the organization.
Due to observed non-compliances and maintenance procedure gaps, the DGCA took immediate action to ground Learjet 40/45 aircraft with registrations VT-VRA, VT-VRS, VT-VRV, and VT-TRI until airworthiness standards are reinstated. The organization has been asked to submit a root cause analysis on the identified non-compliances for further evaluation by the DGCA.
The preliminary report on the Baramati Learjet 45 crash is set to be released by February 28, as confirmed by Union Minister of State for Civil Aviation Murlidhar Mohol. The investigation into the crash involves a technical and evidence-based approach, including the examination of wreckage, records, and laboratory testing of components, in line with ICAO norms.
Ajit Pawar’s nephew and NCP-SP MLA Rohit Pawar has accused the private company owning the aircraft of safety violations and irregularities. He has raised concerns about technical anomalies and possible foul play, emphasizing the importance of adhering to safety norms and regulations in aviation operations.
