Flight History
On 3 August 2025, a pilot holding a PPL(H) license rented a Guimbal Cabri G2 helicopter from HELISOLUTION, based in Piastów near Radom. The planned private flight route was: Radom Piastów (EPRP), Rzechów near Iłża, Rzeczniówek, Rzeczniów Błaziny Górne, and back to Radom Piastów. After arriving at EPRP, the pilot conducted a pre-flight inspection including a fuel sample check; no issues were noted. The pilot started the engine and performed an engine run-up without anomalies. At approximately 11:12 LMT, a test flight of 18 minutes was conducted near the airport. After landing, the engine was shut down and about 140 liters of AVGAS 100 LL were refueled.
At approximately 16:10 LMT, the pilot restarted the helicopter and departed for Rzechów, landing on a private property at about 17:00 LMT. After about 20 minutes, the helicopter took off for Rzeczniówek, again landing on a private property. After another 20-minute stop, it departed for Rzeczniów, landing on the pilot's family property. At about 18:10 LMT, the pilot and a passenger took off towards Błaziny Górne. While in the Iłża area, the pilot began an approach to land on a private unprepared site. On final approach, after clearing a high-voltage power line oriented perpendicular to the flight path (the pilot was aware of it), the helicopter passed over it. Descending towards the setting sun, at an estimated altitude of 7-9 meters above ground and a speed of 55-60 knots, the helicopter struck a low-voltage power line. The pilot felt an impact on the lower fuselage accompanied by an electrical arc. The power line wires slid along the fuselage and tore off the skid landing gear. The helicopter entered an uncontrolled attitude. The pilot attempted recovery but failed. After a few seconds, the lower fuselage struck the ground, and the helicopter rolled onto its left side, damaging the main rotor blades. The tail boom with Fenestron separated. The helicopter came to rest on its left side. The pilot unbuckled and freed the passenger with help from bystanders, who also alerted emergency services. According to the pilot's statement, the engine was running until impact. The pilot turned off electrical power after exiting.
Injuries
The pilot and passenger were transported to hospitals: the passenger to Skarżysko Kamienna and the pilot to Radom. Both sustained serious injuries.
Aircraft Damage
The helicopter was seriously damaged. All damage resulted from the collision with the power line and ground. No other pre-existing damage, including to the engine and transmission, was observed.
Other Relevant Information
On the afternoon of 3 August 2025, stable atmospheric conditions prevailed over most of Poland: a sunny, cloudless day with slight to moderate cloudiness. Weather may have influenced the occurrence. During the approach to Błaziny Górne on a southwesterly course, the setting sun was low on the horizon.
Investigation Actions
The Polish State Commission on Aircraft Accident Investigation (PKBWL) conducted an on-site inspection of the wreck. In coordination with the prosecutor's office, the helicopter was secured in the owner's hangar. The commission is gathering documentation. As of the publication of this preliminary report, no safety recommendations have been formulated.