NAF plane crash: Cockpit voice recorder recovered as investigation continues

The Nigerian Air Force, NAF, has recorded additional progress within the ongoing investigation into the ATR-42 plane crash in Igbokoda, Ondo State.

Air Commodore Ehimen Ejodame Director of Public Relations and Information, Headquarters, Nigerian Air Force, in an announcement on Friday stated the Cockpit Voice Recorder, CVR, has been recovered.

According to the assertion, the recovered voice recorder was confirmed intact by technical groups from the NAF and Nigerian Safety Investigation Bureau, NSIB. He added that components of the Flight Data Recorder, FDR, generally known as the black field, have been additionally retrieved, whereas efforts to find and get better its remaining portion proceed.

The assertion equally revealed that extra plane wreckage, engine parts and human stays have additionally been recovered.

“Operations are ongoing in the challenging swamp terrain, with teams working to retrieve outstanding components and facilitate the necessary technical examinations. The investigation is being conducted with due diligence to ensure comprehensive, evidence-based findings,” the assertion learn.

According to the NAF assertion, the restoration course of additionally concerned cautious consideration to the correct dealing with of human stays, with the Directorate of Identification and Classification, DIC, endeavor the required procedures for correct identification.

It added that the NAF has sustained engagements with the households of the victims, recognising their want for info and help.

“Engagement with relevant authorities on environmental concerns raised by the host community also remains an important part of the broader response,” the assertion stated.