CMES (Center of Middle Eastern Studies)
Vol 17, No 2 (2024)

ANALYSIS OF THE IRAN PRESIDENTIAL HELICOPTER CRASH: TECHNICAL, OPERATIONAL, AND EXTERNAL FACTORS

Ruben Cornelius Siagian (Peneliti independen, Tidak berafiliasi)
Michael Haratua Rajagukguk (Program Magister Intelijen Medis, Sekolah Tinggi Intelijen Medis, Indonesia)



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Publish Date
30 Dec 2024

Abstract

This study investigates the helicopter crash that killed the Iranian President and seven others during a dam inauguration near the Azerbaijan border on May 9, 2024. The research examines factors contributing to the accident, including technical failures, weather conditions, human error, and potential external involvement, within the frameworks of aviation safety theory, geopolitical analysis, and crisis management. Using a multidisciplinary approach and secondary data analysis, the study identifies causal factors, evaluates their implications for aviation policies, and explores the political dynamics arising from the incident. Findings indicate that severe weather conditions, challenging topography, and possible operational errors contributed significantly to the crash. Additionally, speculation about external interference highlights the geopolitical tensions surrounding the event. The incident underscores the need for enhanced aviation safety measures and effective crisis management strategies, particularly in politically sensitive regions like the Middle East.

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The CMES (Center of Middle Eastern Studies) journal is a distinguished peer-reviewed academic publication dedicated to advancing rigorous scholarly research on Middle Eastern studies. It publishes high-calibre research articles, theoretical studies, and critical reviews that engage with both ...