According to the ministry, the Learjet 45 aircraft was operating under visual meteorological conditions and had been advised to descend while maintaining visual separation from terrain and other aircraft, at the pilot’s discretion. The aircraft crew had inquired about wind conditions and visibility and were informed that winds were calm and visibility was approximately 3,000 metres. During the initial approach to runway 11, the crew reported that the runway was not in sight and initiated a go-around. After being asked to report their position, the crew again stated they were on final approach. When queried about runway visibility, they responded that it was not in sight and that they would report once it became visible.
Moments later, the crew informed air traffic control that the runway was in sight, following which the aircraft was cleared to land on runway 11. However, the ministry noted that the crew did not provide a readback of the landing clearance. Shortly thereafter, air traffic control observed flames near the threshold of runway 11 at 8:44 am. The aircraft wreckage was found on the left side of the runway. Baramati airport is classified as an uncontrolled airfield, where air traffic services are provided primarily for flying school operations.
