From a technical standpoint, the deployment of ATC personnel helps establish temporary airspace control and flight safety protocols in and around the accident site. (Express Photo by Arul Horizon)Following the crash of a chartered aircraft in Baramati on Wednesday morning in which five persons, including Deputy Chief Minister Ajit Pawar, were killed, the Indian Air Force (IAF) has deployed a team to provide Air Traffic Control (ATC) and meteorological services at the site. In a post on X, the IAF said, “In response to civic authorities’ urgent request after the tragic aircraft crash at Baramati Airport, the Indian Air Force has swiftly deployed a dedicated team of Air Warriors. They are providing essential basic Air Traffic Control (ATC) and Meteorological services to support safe air operations from the site. This rapid assistance underscores IAF’s commitment to national service in times of need.”