Aviation / All About Learjet 45XR That Carried Ajit Pawar, It Had Also Crashed In 2023
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Key Points
- Maharashtra Deputy CM Ajit Pawar reportedly died in a devastating plane crash at Baramati airport, killing all five on board.
- The aircraft involved was a Bombardier Learjet 45XR (VT-SSK), operated by VSR Ventures, known for private jet charters and air ambulance services.
- The same aircraft had previously crashed in September 2023 at Mumbai airport during heavy rain and poor visibility, skidding off the runway.
New Delhi, Jan 28: Maharashtra Deputy Chief Minister Ajit Pawar has died in one of the devasting plane crash in Baramati on Wednesday morning.
A Bombardier Learjet 45 business jet was carrying the Deputy CM when it crash-landed at Baramati airport, killing all five people on board.
All About The Aircraft
The aircraft involved in the crash is a Learjet 45XR. The aircraft is operated by VSR and registered as VT-SSK.
The Learjet 45 is a mid-size business jet manufactured by Bombardier Aerospace (1998-2009). It has a range of 2,000-2,235 nautical miles, seats up to eight passengers, and is known for its high-speed cruising (Mach 0.78-0.81).
Powered by two Honeywell TFE731 engines, it can fly up to 51,000 feet and is recognised for its speed and efficient, comfortable cabin.
This business jet is designed for short- to medium-haul flights. The aircraft has a wingspan of 47 feet and a weight of 9,752 kg.
The company was founded and owned by VK Singh, under whose leadership VSR Ventures managed and operated the aircraft.
The firm specialises in private jet charters, helicopter rentals, medical evacuations (air ambulance), and aircraft leasing.
The Model 45 was the first all-new design since the original Learjet, and significantly altered the Learjet line. Through its four primary variants – the original Model 45, the Model 45XR, Model 40 and Model 40XR – it was the Learjet Division's principal product from the 1990s until the introduction of the Model 75 variant in 2012.
Plane Had Crashed In 2023
In a shocking revelation, it has emerged that the plane in which Maharashtra Deputy Chief Minister reportedly died had also been involved in a crash in 2023. In September 2023, the private plane skid off the runway and crashed while trying to land amid heavy rain at Mumbai airport.
On Spetmber 14, 2023, a Learjet 45XR, crashed while landing at Mumbai's Chhatrapati Shivaji Maharaj International Airport amid heavy rain and poor visibility.
A Bombardier Learjet 45 business jet was carrying the Deputy CM when it crash-landed at Baramati airport, killing all five people on board.
All About The Aircraft
The aircraft involved in the crash is a Learjet 45XR. The aircraft is operated by VSR and registered as VT-SSK.
The Learjet 45 is a mid-size business jet manufactured by Bombardier Aerospace (1998-2009). It has a range of 2,000-2,235 nautical miles, seats up to eight passengers, and is known for its high-speed cruising (Mach 0.78-0.81).
Powered by two Honeywell TFE731 engines, it can fly up to 51,000 feet and is recognised for its speed and efficient, comfortable cabin.
This business jet is designed for short- to medium-haul flights. The aircraft has a wingspan of 47 feet and a weight of 9,752 kg.
The company was founded and owned by VK Singh, under whose leadership VSR Ventures managed and operated the aircraft.
The firm specialises in private jet charters, helicopter rentals, medical evacuations (air ambulance), and aircraft leasing.
The Model 45 was the first all-new design since the original Learjet, and significantly altered the Learjet line. Through its four primary variants – the original Model 45, the Model 45XR, Model 40 and Model 40XR – it was the Learjet Division's principal product from the 1990s until the introduction of the Model 75 variant in 2012.
Plane Had Crashed In 2023
In a shocking revelation, it has emerged that the plane in which Maharashtra Deputy Chief Minister reportedly died had also been involved in a crash in 2023. In September 2023, the private plane skid off the runway and crashed while trying to land amid heavy rain at Mumbai airport.
On Spetmber 14, 2023, a Learjet 45XR, crashed while landing at Mumbai's Chhatrapati Shivaji Maharaj International Airport amid heavy rain and poor visibility.
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