History of the Flight
On 25 August 2025, a pilot and a passenger arrived at Poznań Ławica Airport (EPPO) intending to fly a rented Tecnam P2008 JC, registration SP-SML. The planned flight consisted of two legs: EPPO to Leszno Strzyżewice Airport (EPLS) and return. After landing at EPLS, the aircraft departed toward the village of Krzycko Wielkie. Prior to reaching Krzycko Wielkie, the aircraft disappeared from secondary radar, indicating an inoperative or switched-off transponder. Witnesses observed the aircraft performing low-altitude maneuvers involving rapid changes in direction, speed, and altitude. During these maneuvers, the aircraft entered a spiral trajectory toward the ground, resulting in an impact. The crash site was located a few hundred meters from the passenger's family home.
Injuries and Damage
Both individuals on board sustained fatal injuries. The aircraft was completely destroyed by the impact and subsequent fire. Examination of the propeller blades indicated that the engine was running at the moment of ground contact.
Aircraft and Personnel Information
The pilot held a tourist pilot license and had sufficient experience for the planned flight. He had last flown two days earlier, on 23 August 2025, in the same aircraft. The passenger was a 20-year-old male.
The Tecnam P2008 JC (SP-SML) was manufactured in 2025 by Costruzioni Aeronautische Tecnam S.p.A. and was operated by an ATO as the first and only user. The aircraft had a valid airworthiness certificate and was technically serviceable. Its total time since manufacture was 158 hours and 12 minutes at the start of the accident flight.
Meteorological Conditions
Weather conditions at the time permitted safe flight across the Greater Poland region. The Polish State Commission on Aircraft Accident Investigation (PKBWL) preliminarily determined that weather did not influence the occurrence of the accident.
Investigation Actions
The PKBWL investigation team collected witness statements, video footage, and radio communications; verified the pilot's qualifications; and examined aircraft documentation. On-site inspection of the wreckage was conducted. The wreckage has been secured for further analysis. As of this preliminary report, no safety recommendations have been issued.