On September 18, 2024, a tragic accident occurred involving a FlyBy Aviation Academy Tecnam P2008JC MkII aircraft, registered as EC-OJB.
The aircraft crashed into open terrain approximately 600 meters north of Abia de las Torres, Palencia, in the Castilië en León region of Spain. The aircraft was on a routine training flight, having departed from and intended to return to Burgos Airport (RGS/LEBG).
Onboard were a student pilot and an instructor. Unfortunately, the aircraft went down nose-first, resulting in the death of the student pilot and serious injuries to the instructor. Authorities are currently investigating the cause of the crash. Preliminary reports suggest that the aircraft was in the en route phase of its flight when the accident occurred.
As the investigation continues, the focus should remain on uncovering the root causes of the crash and implementing measures to enhance safety in aviation training. This incident serves as a reminder of the inherent risks in aviation training and the importance of strict safety measures.