History of Flight
On 11 April 2026, a pilot holding a PGP qualification took off from the Pila landing site (EPPI) on a powered paraglider (PPG) equipped with a Dudek Snake 24 wing. The flight was recorded on video and will undergo detailed analysis. The pilot performed dynamic maneuvers including climbing, entering turns, and descending. During one such maneuver at an altitude not exceeding 20 meters, the suspension lines twisted, blocking control of the wing. This was accompanied by a sudden loss of altitude, and the pilot's body struck the grassy surface of the landing site.
Injuries
The pilot sustained fatal injuries and died in the hospital. No other persons were on board or injured.
Aircraft Damage
The equipment used during the flight will be inspected to determine its technical condition and the extent of damage.
Other Information
As a result of the injuries sustained, the pilot died in the hospital.
Investigation Actions
An expert from the Polish State Commission on Aircraft Accident Investigation (PKBWL) traveled to the scene. Activities commenced to gather materials, data, and information to establish the circumstances and analyze the course of the accident. No safety recommendations have been issued.