Tragic flight accident: Cycle pilot in Jamlitz died!

Tragic flight accident: Cycle pilot in Jamlitz died!

On the night of Wednesday there was a tragedy at Jamlitz in the Dahme-Spreewald district: a 61-year-old man lost his life on track flight with a circular tract. The accident was part of a group of pilots who flew from Eisenhüttenstadt to Bronkow. Since the man was unavailable after reaching the destination, the police were informed, which immediately initiated extensive search measures. These were supported by helicopters from the police and the Bundeswehr, reported .

around 00:45 a.m. the man was finally found in a forest near Jamlitz. Unfortunately, the emergency doctor could only determine the pilot's death. The exact circumstances of the crash are still examined by the police, as well as informed the Brandenburg police department.

Flight accidents, starting with small sports aircraft to commercial airlines, are rare and the accident statistics tend to show a decline in serious incidents - in 2024 there were 268 fatalities. Nevertheless, every crash causes great concern. The last major tragic incident mentioned in the media was Germanwing's flight 4U9525 in 2015, in which all 150 inmates lost their lives. The likelihood of an accident is much lower in commercial aviation than in road traffic, as Statista .

The development of landing assistants and other technical innovations should help to further increase security. However, the independent implementation of flights with motor umbrellas requires special attention to safety and preparation. Such flights are particularly popular in the region around Jamlitz because the landscape offers excellent view and conditions.

Current situation in the district

While the investigation into the flight accident is continuing, the local police also brings other current reports from the Dahme-Spreewald district: Fortunately, there was an accident in Wildau in which two cars collided in Freiheitstrasse. In Langengrassau too, an incident occurred in which a driver had to go to the hospital after her car collided with a VW transporter. Such reports show that there are plenty of challenges not only in the air, but also on the streets.

For those interested, a prevention day for caravan and motorhome owners will take place on July 12, 2025 in Zeesen. Here those present can find out more about security and burglary protection. In times when security is more and more present in our heads, such events are an important way to prepare themselves.

The pilot's loss is a painful reminder for all air athletes, always flying carefully and well prepared. May this incident serve as a call for increased security provision in the future.