Saras crash report: DGCA suggests design changes

Bangalore: The Directorate General of Civil Aviation (DGCA) has recommended that the National Aerospace Laboratories (NAL) effect design changes in its first civil aircraft, the 14-seater Saras. In its prototype PT2 version, this aircraft crashed in March 2009 during a test flight.
Releasing the report on Wednesday, the DGCA did not indicate any problems in the engine or turbine but zeroed in on design, indicating that some changes will have to come from the drawing board.
DGCA said it would be appropriate for NAL to consult aircraft manufacturers in conducting flight trials rather than rely on private contractors. It recommended that private contractors be engaged only for supplying parts and certain accessories and the contracting system be reviewed.
Implementing these recommendations and getting them certified could mean the Saras project would be further delayed by a couple of years.
23/04/10 Times of India

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