Flight History
On March 20, 2026, at the Warsaw Babice aerodrome (EPBC), a training flight was conducted as part of a PPL(A) course. After a completed flight with an instructor, the student pilot was cleared to repeat the exercise solo in the area near the Zegrzyński Reservoir. The transit to the training area and return via point Juliet proceeded without issues. After contacting Babice Information and maintaining separation from another aircraft (an LPR helicopter), the student performed a traffic pattern. On the final approach for runway 28, the aircraft was configured for landing with full flaps and an approach speed of approximately 60 knots. During the landing phase, a prolonged flare occurred, followed by a hard touchdown on the main landing gear. After contacting the runway surface, the aircraft bounced. The pilot decided to execute a go-around and fully opened the throttle. Due to insufficient airspeed and the abrupt power increase, stability was lost and the aircraft experienced a strong roll to the left. The left wingtip contacted the runway surface, causing the aircraft to veer off the runway and crash at approximately 16:08 local time. After the aircraft came to a stop, the student pilot exited the cockpit on their own and began extinguishing a fire. Immediately after the event, the instructor arrived at the scene, secured the wreckage by cutting off the fuel and electrical supply. An LPR helicopter and the fire brigade also responded.
Injuries
No injuries were reported. The table in the preliminary report indicates that the sole occupant (the student pilot) suffered no injuries, and there were no other persons on board or on the ground.
Aircraft Damage
The aircraft, an Aero Sp. z o.o. AT-3 R100 registered as SP-TPC, sustained substantial damage. The left wing was torn, the aileron partially ripped out, the nose landing gear leg broken, and the fuselage structure fractured. A fire broke out immediately after impact, but the pilot extinguished it.
Investigation Actions
The investigation team collected statements from participants, verified the pilot's licenses, and reviewed the aircraft documentation. The aircraft was inspected, photographic documentation was made, the flight control system continuity was checked, and a fuel sample was secured. No pre-existing defects that could have contributed to the event were found. The wreckage was moved to a hangar and secured for further potential examination. As of this preliminary report, no safety recommendations have been issued.