Exclusive Interview: AZAL Captain on the Tragedy near Aktau. New Episode of "Let's Talk?"

In the latest episode of the popular podcast "Shall We Talk?", listeners will hear a very important conversation between journalist Hamid Hamidov and Airbus A320 captain Rinat Huseynov, Director of Flight Safety at AZAL Airlines.

Rinat Huseynov shared his thoughts about the tragic event of December 25 - the AZAL plane crash near Aktau. He explained how pilots are assigned to different flights and remembered his deceased colleagues - Igor Kshnyakin and Alexander Kalyaninov.

The pilot also commented on why pilots speak English among themselves and with air traffic controllers.

Rinat Huseynov also addressed the preliminary report of Kazakhstan's Ministry of Transport, mentioning AZAL's internal investigation.

He expressed his opinion on why the plane didn't return to Baku after it was attacked; why it didn't land on water; why it didn't reach the runway; what happened on board after it was hit, and what "two seats exploded" means.

The conversation smoothly transitioned into discussing the "Carpet" plan and who is responsible for the shot-down AZAL aircraft.

In conclusion, R. Huseynov explained that the actions of the deceased pilots were flawless and will be studied worldwide.

Listen to the full version of the interview in the new episode of the "Shall We Talk?" podcast.