The head of Ukraine’s Ministry of Internal Affairs, Igor Klymenko, reported early findings from the probe into the helicopter crash in Brovary near Kyiv. The tragedy claimed the life of Denis Monastyrsky, the ministry’s former head, along with other senior officials. Officials indicated that the public details would be released after further formal reviews and consultations. The statement suggested that a comprehensive picture would be made available later, once all procedural checks were in place and the findings were validated by the investigative bodies involved, including foreign partners.
Work continues on the assessment of the crash under the direction of Ukrainian authorities, with cooperation from international colleagues from Airbus, the aircraft manufacturer. This collaboration is aimed at ensuring all technical aspects are thoroughly reviewed and that the final summary reflects the complete context of the incident. The goal is to present a clear, accurate account of what occurred, based on a consensus that emerges from the combined efforts of national investigators and their French counterparts.
In response to questions about the timeline for the preliminary conclusions, the minister indicated that the process would extend over a period of about six weeks. This timeframe was described as a phase during which the investigators would gather evidence, analyze flight data and maintenance records, and reconcile findings with on-site observations. The timing reflects the complexity of assembling a full, verified picture before any public statements are issued that could shape public understanding or policy responses.
The event occurred in January when a helicopter linked to a nearby kindergarten and residential buildings in the vicinity of Brovary malfunctioned and crashed. The impact led to the loss of life among high-ranking personnel from the Ministry of Internal Affairs, including Monastyrsky, his deputy, and the secretary of state, among others. The disaster affected a broad circle of individuals in the capital region, with a total fatality figure reported to be eighteen. The ongoing inquiries continue to map the chain of events, the helicopter’s performance, and any contributing factors, with the intention of delivering a complete, careful account of the incident to the public, consistent with safety and accountability efforts across government agencies. The investigation remains a priority for authorities who are balancing rapid transparency with the rigor required to reach defensible conclusions, and the collaboration with international experts is viewed as essential to achieving that standard, as noted by observers quoted in commission briefings and official summaries from the inquiry team (source attribution noted in briefings by the involved agencies).