I believe that Russian point of view could be useful for Indonesian investigators. They know very well the aircraft, they very carefully analysed FDR and CVR records, they understand Russian mentality, they know differences in air traffic customs and rules in Russia. Let as remember that captain was not much experienced in foreign flights.
By my opinion Russians would like to read clearly in final report that there is no reason to suppose that there was any problems with SSJ. They understand that it was caused by human factor, mostly by pilots, maybe they suggest that captain was a little confused by non standard reactions by ATC. There is no conflict with known facts.
I don't think that "pressure" is the best word for discussions with Russian or with NTSB and BEA.
Last edited by Karel_x; 25th Sep 2012 at 20:17.