SBI on MiG-29 crash: Preliminary findings indicate abnormal activation of guided missile; black box being examined
One of the possible causes of the MiG-29 fighter jet crash in Odesa region in August of this year is the accidental firing of a guided missile: a series of expert examinations has been ordered, including an analysis of the fighter jet's flight data recorder, according to the State Bureau of Investigations (SBI).
The Ukrainian State Bureau of Investigations (SBI) has concluded that the MiG-29 fighter jet crash in Odesa region may have been caused by the accidental firing of a guided missile. This theory is being investigated through a series of expert examinations, including an analysis of the fighter jet's flight data recorder, also known as the "black box."
The SBI has emphasized that this hypothesis needs to be confirmed through criminal proceedings and further expert analysis. The crash occurred on August 10, 2026, during a combat mission to eliminate enemy drones. The pilot ejected safely, and while he was not in danger, the plane caught fire, leading to a loss of control. The SBI has initiated a criminal investigation under Article 416 of the Ukrainian Criminal Code, encompassing violations of flight rules and aircraft operation, resulting in the crash. The Odesa Specialized Prosecutor's Office for Defense Affairs is leading the proceedings.
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