The Interstate Aviation Committee (IAC) has released an interim report following the crash of the Sukhoi Superjet 100 (SSJ-100) near the Moscow region, as reported by RIA Novosti citing the IAC. The commission investigating the aviation accident involving the IAC RRJ-95LR-100 aircraft with registration RA-89049 has completed an initial assessment and shared preliminary findings. This update marks a key step in the ongoing inquiry as officials scrutinize flight data, eyewitness accounts, and maintenance records to determine the sequence of events that led to the accident.
According to the interim statement, the Commission for Investigation of the Aviation Accident has prepared an early report on the incident involving the IAC RRJ-95LR-100 aircraft identified by the registration RA-89049. The document summarizes initial evidence and describes the procedures followed by investigators as they gather critical information from the scene, maintenance logs, and air traffic control data. The report is intended to inform stakeholders and the public while more comprehensive results are developed in subsequent phases of the investigation, as noted by the IAC via RIA Novosti.
The crash occurred in the afternoon near the villages of Apraksino and Maloe Karasevo, in the vicinity of Kolomna. Eyewitnesses reported that the SSJ-100 banked abruptly and then began a rapid descent before the aircraft impacted the ground. Initial assessments confirm that the aircraft was operating in a training capacity at the time of the accident, with a crew of three on board: a navigator and two pilots. There were no survivors, and search and rescue operations were swiftly conducted in the aftermath.
Subsequent disclosures indicated that the Superjet was engaged in a training flight, with the aircraft performing routine maneuvers scheduled as part of pilot and crew proficiency exercises. The tragedy prompted a thorough review of crew actions, aircraft systems, and flight planning procedures to understand whether any factors could have contributed to the loss of control or impact. The investigators are examining data from flight simulators, maintenance history, and weather conditions at the time of the flight to build a complete picture.
Earlier communications stated that the SSJ-100 had issued a distress signal due to depressurization while en route from Nizhny Novgorod to Moscow. This distress event is being incorporated into the broader investigation, with teams evaluating the aircraft’s pressurization system, cabin integrity, and the sequence of alarms that prompted any emergency actions by the crew. The declaration of distress highlights the seriousness of the incident and the urgent need to understand all contributing factors to prevent recurrence in the future.
Ongoing updates emphasize that the investigation remains in its early stages. Although initial findings are being documented, investigators stress that a thorough, evidence-based analysis will require extensive data collection, laboratory testing, and corroboration from multiple sources. The IAC continues to coordinate with Russian aviation authorities, aviation safety bodies, and the SSJ-100 program partners to ensure a complete and transparent inquiry. All parties are committed to communicating developments responsibly as new information becomes available, with additional interim and final results anticipated in the months ahead. For reference, updates from the IAC and reporting outlets provide ongoing context and official statements about the investigation.