The Russian Ministry of Transport’s initial findings into the May 5 Sukhoi Superjet accident at Moscow’s Sheremetyevo Airport said the crew received a windshear alert in the final minutes of the flight. Moments later, Aeroflot Flight 1492 landed hard on Runway 24 Left and bounced several times before bursting into flames. Forty-one people on board died in the accident while 37 survived the crash.
Sukhoi Superjet Encountered a Windshear
Key Takeaways:
- Aeroflot Flight 1492, a Sukhoi Superjet, crash-landed at Moscow's Sheremetyevo Airport, resulting in 41 fatalities, following an initial electrical failure and loss of communication about five minutes after takeoff.
- During the emergency return and overweight landing attempt, the crew received multiple windshear warnings and a terrain alert on final approach but continued the descent.
- The aircraft touched down hard and bounced several times; a severe third impact ruptured its wing and fuel lines, causing a fire that quickly engulfed the rear of the plane.
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