Following the Learjet 45XR crash at Baramati that killed Maharashtra Deputy CM Ajit Pawar and four others, the Directorate General of Civil Aviation (DGCA) grounded four aircraft operated by VSR Ventures and launched a comprehensive safety audit. The investigation will review the aircraft's maintenance records, crew qualifications, standard operating procedures, and the operational decisions made during the approach. The 16-year-old Learjet 45XR crashed during its second approach in dense fog and low visibility conditions. The Pawar family, led by nephew MLA Rohit Pawar, demanded an FIR be filed. The preliminary DGCA report is due by February 28, 2026. Aviation safety experts called for stricter regulations for charter operations at smaller airports.
DGCA Grounds VSR Ventures Aircraft After Ajit Pawar Crash; Orders Safety Audit
DGCA grounds 4 VSR Ventures aircraft after Baramati crash; safety audit launched; Pawar family demands FIR; preliminary report due Feb 28.
Key facts
- DGCA grounded four aircraft operated by VSR Ventures and launched a comprehensive safety audit after the Baramati Learjet crash that killed Maharashtra Deputy CM Ajit Pawar and four others.
- Investigation will review maintenance records, crew qualifications, SOPs, and operational decisions during the approach.
- The 16-year-old Learjet 45XR crashed during its second approach in dense fog and low visibility.
- Preliminary DGCA report due by February 28, 2026.
- Aviation safety experts called for stricter regulations for charter operations at smaller airports.
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Following the Baramati Learjet 45XR crash that killed Maharashtra Deputy Chief Minister Ajit Pawar and four others during a second approach in dense fog, the Directorate General of Civil Aviation grounded four VSR Ventures aircraft and launched a safety audit. The preliminary report is due February 28, 2026.
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After the Baramati aircraft crash in January 2026, the DGCA grounded the aircraft of which operator and launched a safety audit?
The DGCA grounded four aircraft operated by VSR Ventures and launched a comprehensive safety audit after the Learjet 45XR crash at Baramati that killed Maharashtra Deputy CM Ajit Pawar and four others. The 16-year-old aircraft crashed during its second approach in dense fog and low visibility conditions.
Source: India.com
Frequently asked questions
What action did DGCA take after the Learjet 45XR crash at Baramati?
After the Learjet 45XR crash at Baramati that killed Maharashtra Deputy CM Ajit Pawar and four others, DGCA grounded four aircraft operated by VSR Ventures. It also launched a comprehensive safety audit.
What areas will the DGCA investigation review after the Baramati crash?
The investigation will review the aircraft's maintenance records, crew qualifications, standard operating procedures, and operational decisions made during the approach.
What flight conditions were reported during the Learjet 45XR crash?
The 16-year-old Learjet 45XR crashed during its second approach. The crash occurred in dense fog and low visibility conditions.
What follow-up demands and safety concerns were reported after the crash?
The Pawar family, led by nephew MLA Rohit Pawar, demanded that an FIR be filed, and the preliminary DGCA report is due by February 28, 2026. Aviation safety experts called for stricter regulations for charter operations at smaller airports.
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