Overview
On October 31, 2014, a Cessna 152 (C152) experienced an incident at Białystok Krywlany Airport (EPBK). The pilot, a tourist aircraft pilot, had planned a navigation training flight from EPBK to Sobienie Szlacheckie (EPSJ) and back. Departure occurred at 13:17 local time (LMT).
Flight Details
During the outbound leg, the pilot landed at Grądy (EPGY) to refuel. On the return flight from EPSJ, the pilot again landed at EPGY for additional fuel. The final landing at EPBK took place at 16:48 LMT, 50 minutes after sunset (which occurred at 15:58 LMT). The landing was conducted without runway lighting.
Investigation
The State Commission for Aircraft Accident Investigation (PKBWL) oversaw the investigation, conducted by Aeroklub Białostocki. Despite two reminders (on July 21, 2015, and October 31, 2015), the PKBWL did not receive a final incident report from the investigating entity. Consequently, the PKBWL determined a probable cause based solely on the initial notification of the incident.
Probable Cause
The probable cause of the incident was improper planning or execution of the flight, which led to landing in night conditions on an unlit runway.
Safety Recommendations
No safety recommendations were formulated by the commission.
Damage and Injuries
No injuries were reported. The extent of damage to the aircraft, if any, was not specified in the source.