Introduction
The Polish State Commission on Aircraft Accident Investigation (PKBWL) issued a resolution on 11 July 2025 regarding an aviation incident that occurred on 25 May 2025. The investigation was closed based on the submitted report, as the information was deemed sufficient and the cause was unambiguous.
Flight Details
The pilot, holding a PPL(A) license with a valid SEP(L) rating, and one passenger planned a flight from EPBC to EPRJ in an AT-3R100 aircraft registered as SP-RWG. After filing and receiving approval for the flight plan, the pilot departed at approximately 9:03 LMT. The en route segment proceeded without issues. During arrival, the pilot established radio contact with airport services and received necessary information along with clearance to land at EPRJ. Landing occurred around 11:00 LMT.
Landing and Aftermath
After landing, the pilot taxied to a hangar and shut down the engine. At that point, an airport ground crew member approached the pilot and informed him that EPRJ is a restricted-use airport. According to the AIP Poland, landing at EPRJ requires prior permission from the airport manager, with a minimum 24-hour notification during the manager's working days. Exceptions apply only to users listed in the Aerodrome Operating Minimums (INOP), specifically the Rzeszów Aeroclub. The pilot, after coordination with the airport security service (SOL), moved the aircraft to a parking area designated for the Rzeszów Aeroclub. In subsequent interviews, the pilot stated that he had not coordinated landing conditions with the airport manager and had not obtained permission to land.
Cause
The PKBWL determined that the cause of the incident was incomplete flight preparation concerning landing at a restricted-use airport.