Inconsistencies in Cable Car Accident Report
Contradiction in the report regarding the cable car accident
A recent report regarding the cable car accident that took place on April 12 in Antalya’s Konyaaltı district has caused some controversy due to contradictions in the information provided. The incident resulted in the death of 1 person, injuries to 10 others, and the rescue of 174 stranded individuals over a span of 23 hours.
The report, prepared by an expert and entered into the file on May 3, highlighted a discrepancy in the approval process for the cable car installation. While the approval of the Chamber of Mechanical Engineers and the Chamber of Electrical Engineers was noted as sufficient for the license, there was a lack of approval and signature from a civil engineer, as required by regulations.
Further details in the report pointed out that the projects should have been designed by at least one civil engineer, yet there was no name, signature, or approval from a responsible civil engineer on the drawings. This raised concerns about the lack of standard application projects and calculation results for certain components of the structure.
During a joint press conference held by the Chamber of Mechanical Engineers and the Chamber of Electrical Engineers on April 16, it was stated that the cable car was in compliance with the license. However, the discrepancies highlighted in the report have raised questions about the thoroughness of the approval process and the adherence to safety standards.
Authorities have arrested 5 individuals, including the then ANET General Manager and current Kepez Mayor Mesut Kocagöz, in connection to the incident. Investigations are ongoing to determine the exact causes of the accident and to ensure that such incidents can be prevented in the future.
