Unauthorized landing at Rzeszów airport involving AT-3 aircraft

Casualties unknown • EPRJ, PL

A private pilot landed an AT-3R100 at EPRJ without obtaining the required prior permission from the airport manager.

What happened

On May 25, 2025, a pilot holding a PPL(A) license, accompanied by one passenger, planned a flight from EPBC to EPRJ in an AT-3R100, registration SP-RWG. The flight commenced at approximately 09:03 LMT. During the approach to the destination, the pilot established radio contact with airport services and received necessary information and landing clearance.

The aircraft landed at EPRJ at approximately 11:00. After landing, the pilot taxied the aircraft to a hangar and shut down the engine. At this time, airport ground personnel approached the pilot to inform them that EPRJ is a private-use aerodrome and that landing permission must be obtained from the airport manager in advance. According to the AIP Poland, glider flights at EPRJ require telephone notification and specific conditions provided by TWR Rzeszów, and permission must be requested from the manager at least 24 hours in advance for non-users of the facility.

Following the encounter with ground staff, the pilot coordinated with the airport security service (SOL) and taxied the aircraft to the Rzeszów Aero Club parking area. The pilot subsequently confirmed that the landing conditions had not been coordinated with the airport manager, and the necessary permission had not been obtained.

The investigation

The PKBWL reviewed the available information regarding the incident. The investigation concluded that the information provided in the initial report was sufficient and unambiguous, leading to the closure of the investigation without further field inquiry.

Probable cause

The incident was caused by the pilot's incomplete flight preparation regarding the specific landing requirements for a private-use aerodrome.

Frequently asked questions

What happened in the 2025-05-25 AERO, AT-3 R100 accident near EPRJ, PL?

A private pilot landed an AT-3R100 at EPRJ without obtaining the required prior permission from the airport manager.

What aircraft was involved and where did it happen?

The accident on 2025-05-25 involved a AERO, AT-3 R100, registration SP-RWG, operated by Prywatny (Private), at EPRJ, PL.

What was the probable cause of the accident?

The incident was caused by the pilot's incomplete flight preparation regarding the specific landing requirements for a private-use aerodrome.

Investigation report by the Polish State Commission on Aircraft Accidents Investigation (PKBWL). Original record: https://pkbwl.gov.pl/raporty/2025-0046/. This page is a structured re-presentation; facts and quotes are in the Panstwowa Komisja Badania Wypadkow Lotniczych (PKBWL), Poland.

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