Kazakhstan has transferred flight recorders from a crashed Azerbaijan Airlines aircraft to Brazil for decoding, following international aviation standards and assessments of the crash circumstances, which have raised concerns over potential missile threats and operational safety.
Kazakhstan has confirmed the transfer of flight recorders from the Azerbaijan Airlines aircraft that tragically crashed in Aktau to Brazil for decoding. This decision aligns with the stipulations of Annex 13 of the Chicago Convention, which mandates that the state leading the investigation is responsible for retrieving flight recorder data and determining the country to handle the decoding process. The Ministry of Transport of Kazakhstan emphasized that Brazil was chosen due to its role as the nation of manufacture for the Embraer aircraft involved in the incident.
The crash, which occurred on December 25, involved an Embraer aircraft with 67 individuals on board, including 42 Azerbaijan nationals, alongside several Russians, Kazakhs, and Kyrgyz. Preliminary investigations suggested a bird strike and steering failure as potential causes, while speculation arose regarding a possible missile threat in the area. Subsequent reports indicated that Russian media did not dismiss the possibility of the aircraft encountering a missile system during its flight.
The investigation is being led by a state commission chaired by Kazakh Deputy Prime Minister Kanat Bozumbayev. According to authorities, the incident resulted in the unfortunate loss of 38 lives. There have been further claims from Ukraine’s Center for Countering Disinformation suggesting that the aircraft may have been downed by a Russian missile system.
Kazakhstan’s adherence to the Chicago Convention since its ratification in 1992, and its membership in the International Civil Aviation Organization (ICAO), underscore its commitment to international standards in aviation safety and investigation.
The Chicago Convention on International Civil Aviation, established in 1944, is a critical framework for international aviation safety. Kazakhstan ratified the convention in 1992, which obligates member states to maintain safety and operational protocols, including investigations into air accidents. The recent crash of the Azerbaijan Airlines Embraer aircraft near Aktau raised numerous questions about aviation safety and emergency protocols in response to threats such as bird strikes and potential missile attacks.
In summary, Kazakhstan’s collaborative effort with Brazil to decode the black boxes from the recent tragic aircraft crash marks a significant step in understanding the circumstances surrounding the incident. As investigations continue, the loss of lives and the implications of safety protocols remain a priority for aviation authorities. The ongoing inquiries aim to ensure better preventative measures and adherence to international aviation standards in the future.
Original Source: www.pravda.com.ua
