Two pilots killed in light aircraft crash in Pieria
Two pilots were killed when a light single-engine aircraft crashed in the Kontariotissa area of Pieria, northern Greece, on Sunday, October 18, 2026.
The two men, aged 41 and 59, were found unconscious outside the aircraft and later pronounced dead, according to information released by the Fire Service.
Emergency crews respond to crash
The aircraft was located in a dry riverbed near the Pieria flying club’s airstrip, close to the village of Karyotis.
The Fire Service Operations Centre was alerted at approximately 1:50 p.m. Eight firefighters and four vehicles were dispatched to the scene.
Firefighters moved the two men to a safe location before ambulance crews from the National Centre for Emergency Care (EKAB) transported them to Katerini Hospital.
Both men described as experienced pilots
The 41-year-old pilot was described as experienced and had previously served as vice-president of the local flying club. He was also reported to have flown aboard Canadair firefighting aircraft.
The 59-year-old was also considered an experienced pilot.
Investigation underway
Police have taken over the investigation into the accident and will examine the circumstances and possible causes of the crash.
Authorities have not yet announced what led to the aircraft going down.
Source:ERTNews
