An event in Moscow has once again drawn public attention to the tragedy of summer 2023. Alexey Korschchenko, the former director of the business aviation terminal at Sheremetyevo Airport, was found dead on the balcony of an apartment on Flotskaya Street. The 57-year-old man was reportedly found hanging on June 6, according to Russian media.
Investigation Version and Circumstances of Dismissal
Investigative authorities are considering suicide as the cause of death. However, colleagues of the deceased point to stressful circumstances preceding the tragedy. Approximately three weeks before his death, Korschchenko was unexpectedly removed from his post. This event came as a shock to the professional community, considering the man's contribution to the development of aviation infrastructure.
Alexey Korschchenko was one of the key figures in the creation of the Sheremetyevo business aviation terminal, which began operations in 2011. His experience and expertise were in demand for over a decade, but his sudden dismissal led many to ponder the reasons hidden behind the scenes.
Connection to the Crash of Yevgeny Prigozhin's Plane
The tragedy in Korschchenko's life echoes another high-profile event that occurred at the same terminal. In the summer of 2023, an Embraer Legacy 600 business jet was serviced at this facility. It was on this aircraft that Yevgeny Prigozhin, the founder of the PMC "Wagner," departed on August 23. On that same day, the plane crashed in the Tver region, and everyone on board perished.
Korschchenko's death raises questions, especially in light of information from the Telegram channel "VChK-OGPU." According to the source, the former director may have possessed information regarding the plane's preparation for departure. Specifically, two serious malfunctions were identified during technical maintenance. One of them concerned the turbo-cooler—a critically important component of the life support and climate control system.
The Equipment Mystery and the Bomb Theory
The situation is complicated by the fact that a unit purchased in advance from the USA turned out to be damaged. It was replaced by the company "Protector." The channel "VChK-OGPU," without providing direct evidence, suggests that an explosive device may have been hidden within this equipment. If this assumption is confirmed, it would radically change the picture of the crash investigation.
Following the disaster, Rosaviatsia employees attempted to gain access to CCTV recordings, monitoring data, and technical documentation. However, according to the channel, they were not granted such access. The only document available to them was the aircraft inspection report, which was later seized by FSB officers. The lack of transparency in accessing investigation materials continues to be a stumbling block for independent experts.
The Echo of the Tragedy
The events of August 23, 2023, when a business jet linked to Yevgeny Prigozhin crashed in the Tver region, remain one of the most discussed and mysterious episodes of recent years. According to official data, everyone on board perished, including Prigozhin himself. The death of Alexey Korschchenko adds a new layer of intrigue to this story, prompting reflection on how many more unknown details may be hidden behind the facade of official versions.
