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On 04 Sep 11, Sqn Ldr Rohit Singh (28176-B) F(P) was authorised to fly an ESC vs CAP<br />
sortie in a MiG-29 aircraft. After getting airborne, the pilot experienced excessive<br />
pitch up and rearward movement of the control stick. He experienced abnormal stick<br />
forces in lateral as well as in fore and aft axis. Subsequently, he switched off all modes<br />
of autopilot, announced the emergency on R/T and climbed overhead to 3 km. After<br />
burning up fuel, he carried out a slow speed check and found controllability to be<br />
abnormal. Thereafter, he carried out a flawless precautionary landing.<br />
Sqn Ldr R Singh displayed good situational awareness and presence of mind in<br />
handling an emergency and recovering the aircraft safely.<br />
<br />
(R Marwaha)<br />
Air Cmde<br />
PDAS<br />
On 11 Dec 11, Sqn Ldr MP Dhand (27508-L) Adm/ATC was detailed as DATCO on a<br />
holiday. During the period of his duty he observed heavy fuel spillage from both<br />
the wings of an IL-76 aircraft parked in the dispersal for maintenance. He immediately<br />
activated the crash fire tenders and cordoned off the area, simultaneously informing<br />
the DSS and other agencies. He sent the SAR Gypsy to the DSS to assist the technical<br />
tradesmen in positioning the dip trays beneath the wings. The fuel spillage was<br />
serious and could be controlled only after intervention of DSS personnel. The spillage<br />
could have caused a mishap, if gone unnoticed.<br />
Sqn Ldr MP Dhand displayed a keen sense of observation, proactive approach<br />
and a high degree of professionalism in averting a possible incident/accident.<br />
<br />
(R Marwaha)<br />
Air Cmde<br />
PDAS<br />
INDIAN AIR FORCE 2 0 1 2 J u n e Aerospace Safety 35
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