What happened
On April 11, 2026, a pilot holding a PGP qualification took off in a powered paraglider (PPG) equipped with a Dudek Snake 24 wing from the aerodrome in Piła (EPPI). The flight consisted of various dynamic maneuvers, including climbs, turns, and altitude changes. During one of these maneuvers, while at an altitude of no more than 20 meters, the suspension lines became tangled. This entanglement caused a loss of control over the wing and a sudden loss of altitude, resulting in the pilot striking the grassy surface of the airfield.
The investigation
The PKBWL investigation team dispatched an expert to the site to collect data and evidence. The flight sequence was captured on video, which will undergo detailed analysis as part of the ongoing investigation. The aircraft equipment is scheduled for technical inspection to determine the extent of the damage and its overall condition.