Kazakhstan Plane Crash: Brazil to Analyse Black Boxes amidst International Tensions
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The investigation into the December 25th crash of an Azerbaijan Airlines embraer 190 jet in Kazakhstan is gaining momentum as the flight recorders, or “black boxes,” are being sent to Brazil for analysis.The tragic incident, which claimed the lives of 38 of the 67 people on board, has sparked a diplomatic crisis between Azerbaijan and Russia.
The Brazilian Air Force announced that the flight data and cockpit voice recorders will be processed at a specialized laboratory in Brasilia. The statement emphasized that representatives from Kazakhstan, Russia, and Azerbaijan will oversee the analysis, ensuring clarity in the investigation.
“The data from the cockpit voice and flight data recorder will be processed in a laboratory run by Brazilian aeronautical investigators in the capital Brasilia,” the statement read. Following the analysis,the findings will be shared with Kazakh investigators.
Azerbaijan marked a somber tribute to the victims on Sunday, while the incident has already had ripple effects on international air travel. Several airlines, including Israel’s El Al, have temporarily suspended flights to Moscow, citing safety concerns.
Azerbaijani President Ilham Aliyev has directly accused Russia of obligation, demanding that Moscow acknowledge its role in the tragedy. “The plane was hit by accident,” Mr. Aliyev stated,expressing outrage over what he perceived as an attempt by Russia to conceal the true cause of the crash. He further accused Russia of offering alternative explanations that were “clearly showed the Russian side wanted to cover up the issue.”
While Russia hasn’t explicitly confirmed that one of its air defense missiles struck the plane, President Vladimir Putin acknowledged in a phone call with Mr. Aliyev that air defense systems were active in the area at the time of the incident. He expressed regret that the event occured in Russian airspace. The head of Russia’s Investigative Committee reportedly told Azerbaijan that “Intensive measures are being carried out to identify the guilty people and bring them to criminal responsibility,” according to Azerbaijan’s prosecutor general.
Russia has launched a criminal inquiry, but has yet to publicly confirm its acceptance of responsibility or provide details on the investigation’s progress. The kremlin’s explanation points to ukrainian drone attacks on Grozny, in Chechnya, as the context for the active air defenses. Survivors, though, reported hearing explosions before the plane, which then diverted over 400 kilometers across the Caspian Sea before crash-landing in Aktau, Kazakhstan.
The incident underscores the heightened geopolitical tensions in the region and raises serious questions about air safety and accountability.the analysis of the black boxes in Brazil is a crucial step in determining the exact cause of the crash and possibly shedding light on the conflicting narratives surrounding the event.
Kazakhstan Plane crash: Black Box Analysis in Brazil to Shed Light on Tragedy
Following the tragic crash of an Azerbaijan Airlines Embraer 190 jet in Kazakhstan on December 25th, international attention is focused on the investigation. The analysis of the plane’s black boxes in a specialized Brazilian laboratory is a crucial step in determining the cause of the crash, which claimed 38 lives and ignited tensions between azerbaijan and Russia.
Fueling Diplomatic Tensions
Peter Jones, Senior Editor, world-today-news.com: Dr. Petrosian, thank you for joining us today. the crash of Baku-bound Azerbaijan Airlines flight 763 has understandably sparked international concern, especially given the geopolitical context. How are you assessing the current situation?
Dr.Aram Petrosian, Aviation Safety Expert: Thank you for having me. It’s a profoundly sad situation, and the diplomatic ramifications are indeed significant. While investigations are ongoing, Azerbaijan has directly accused Russia of responsibility, pointing to the possibility that one of its air defense systems may have shot down the plane.Russia, on the other hand, has acknowledged active air defenses but has not officially accepted blame.
the Importance of The Black Box Analysis
Peter Jones: The decision to send the black boxes to Brazil for analysis seems to be a move towards neutrality. Why was this decision made,and how crucial will the findings be?
Dr. Petrosian: Absolutely. Sending the black boxes to a neutral third party like Brazil is a smart move to ensure openness and international trust in the investigation.These recorders hold vital data, including cockpit conversations and flight parameters. Their analysis should provide crucial insights into what happened in the moments leading up to the crash, shedding light on potential causes like mechanical failure, pilot error, or external factors.
Unraveling the Sequence of Events
Peter Jones : Survivors have reported hearing explosions before the crash. How might this data, coupled with the analysis of the black boxes, help investigators piece together the timeline of events?
Dr. Petrosian: those survivor accounts are incredibly vital. They can definitely help pinpoint the approximate time of the incident and corroborate or contradict other evidence.The black box data will reveal the precise altitude,speed,and trajectory of the aircraft. Combined with the survivor testimony, investigators can better understand what happened in the final minutes before the crash and possibly determine the cause of the explosions
Geopolitical Implications
Peter Jones: Dr. Petrosian, given Russia’s involvement and the accusations made by Azerbaijan,could this incident have wider geopolitical implications?
Dr. Petrosian: This incident undoubtedly adds to the already heightened tensions between Azerbaijan and Russia. Regardless of the ultimate findings, the incident highlights the vulnerability of aircraft to military actions and the necessity for clear interaction protocols and de-escalation mechanisms. It could also lead to heightened scrutiny of air safety procedures in the region.
