Aeroflot Moscow–Ulan‑Ude Flight Diverts to Irkutsk on System Alert, Lands Safely

Prosecutors launched a review following a cockpit alert that led to a precautionary diversion.

Overview

Aeroflot said the cockpit indication involved one onboard system and the crew opted to divert as a safety measure.
The aircraft landed without incident at 09:16 local time in Irkutsk (04:16 MSK).
Passengers were accommodated in a hotel with food and drinks provided in line with Russian aviation rules.
A replacement aircraft was dispatched from Moscow to Irkutsk to continue the journey with a planned departure after 12:00 MSK (17:00 local).
Regional transport prosecutorates, including the East Siberian and Baikalo‑Angarsk offices, opened inquiries as technical checks continue on the original aircraft.