PANSA takes swift action to ensure safety after fatal accident.
PANSA’s Response to the Fatal Accident
The Polish air navigation service provider, PANSA, has taken swift action in response to the fatal Boeing 737-400 accident that occurred during the final approach at Vilnius airport. The incident, which resulted in the loss of 26 lives, has prompted PANSA to conduct thorough tests and evaluations to ensure the safety of its navigation services.
Testing and Evaluation
PANSA has conducted a series of tests at Vilnius airport to assess the performance of its navigation aids and ensure that they are functioning correctly. The tests, which were carried out in accordance with international standards and regulations, aimed to identify any potential issues or weaknesses in the navigation system. Key areas of focus for the tests included: + The performance of the Instrument Landing System (ILS) + The accuracy of the Localizer and Glideslope systems + The functionality of the Automatic Dependent Surveillance-Broadcast (ADS-B) system
NOTAM Instructions
Following the fatal accident, PANSA issued a NOTAM (Notice to Airmen) instructing aircraft not to use the navigation aids at Vilnius airport.
The Accident
The aircraft, a Tupolev Tu-154M, was on a scheduled flight from Leipzig to Moscow. The flight was operated by a Russian airline, and the aircraft was leased from a German airline. The accident occurred on a clear day with no weather conditions that could have contributed to the crash.
Investigation and Causes
The investigation into the accident was led by the Russian authorities, with assistance from German and international experts. The investigation found that the probable cause of the accident was a fire in the rear section of the aircraft, which was caused by a faulty electrical system. The fire spread rapidly due to the design of the aircraft’s rear section, which had a large number of electrical components and a lack of fire-resistant materials. Key factors contributing to the accident: + Faulty electrical system + Design of the rear section of the aircraft + Lack of fire-resistant materials + Rapid spread of the fire
Consequences
The accident resulted in the loss of one life, and three passengers survived.
The company has also contacted the relevant authorities in the incident’s location, and the incident is currently under investigation.
Investigation and Response
The investigation into the incident is ongoing, and the company is cooperating fully with the authorities. The incident has also prompted a review of the company’s safety procedures and protocols.
Safety Review
Company Response
The company has taken immediate action to address the incident and prevent similar incidents from occurring in the future.
