Investigation Finds Crew Errors Led to Emergency Landing in Novosibirsk Region Field
The Federal Air Transport Agency has completed its formal investigation into the emergency landing of a Ural Airlines aircraft in a field near the Novosibirsk region. Reports circulating on Telegram channels summarize the findings from the probe into the incident and the sequence of events that preceded the landing.
According to the investigation results, several mistakes by the flight crew contributed to the emergency. A key factor cited is that the pilots initially managed to land at Omsk airport but were unable to accurately determine the remaining fuel on board. As the situation deteriorated and options narrowed, the crew selected a landing site in a wheat field, choosing the safest available option under the prevailing conditions.
Another technical issue identified during the inquiry involved a drop in pressure within the green hydraulic system. The analysis pointed to wear at the end of a flexible hose, whose compromised integrity led to the hydraulic system problem observed during flight operations.
On October 10, a conversation transcript from the cockpit during the moments leading up to the emergency landing was released. The material, described as the final portion of the cockpit dialogue, captures what transpired in the minutes before the Airbus A320 touched down in the field near Novosibirsk. Media outlets have attributed significance to this transcript as part of the broader investigative narrative.
In media coverage of the incident, pilot error is frequently cited as a primary hypothesis for the emergency landing on September 12. Once hidden cockpit communications were decrypted, reports stated that both the captain and co-pilot did not monitor the landing gear sensors adequately, contributing to a rapid depletion of fuel reserves. The pilots reportedly asserted that a hydraulic failure necessitated an immediate landing, with further details available in coverage from Newspapers.Ru.
Earlier statements from Rostekhornadzor or equivalent oversight authorities noted that Ural Airlines faced significant violations that warranted attention. The evolving official picture continues to be clarified as investigators assemble and verify documentary evidence, cockpit voice recordings, and flight data to determine the exact sequence of factors that culminated in the emergency landing.
Observers emphasize that the case underscores the critical importance of accurate fuel calculations, robust maintenance practices for hydraulic systems, and vigilant monitoring of aircraft systems during all phases of flight. The investigation remains focused on ensuring accountability, improving safety protocols, and preventing similar situations in the future. The reporting remains anchored in official releases and corroborated by independent aviation outlets that have reviewed the available transcripts and data related to the incident.