Pune: In a shocking tragedy, a training aircraft crashed near the Baramati Airport in Pune. Local authorities have now rushed to the site to handle the situation.
What Went Down: Details of the Incident
During the early hours of Wednesday, a two seater training aircraft crashed close to the Gojubavi village in the Baramati taluka of Pune district. The aircraft was owned and operated by Redbird Aviation.
Cause of the Crash
Pune’s Rural police rushed to the spot, soon after the crash and launched a probe, which is currently underway. An exact cause of the crash hasn’t been shared yet. Before the accident, the trainee pilot was conducting a training exercise.
Baramati’s History of Plane Crashes
It is worth noting that this is the second aircraft crash in Baramati this year. In January 2026, Baramati also became the site of another tragedy when a Learjet 45 aircraft coming from Mumbai crashed into an open field. It resulted in the death of then deputy CM of Maharashtra, Ajit Pawar.
Disclaimer: This is a developing story. Further details are awaited.
