Two killed in light aircraft crash in Pieria, Greece

A light single-engine aircraft crashed on Sunday, October 18, 2026, in the area of Kontariotissa, Pieria, Greece. The accident occurred near the Pieria Aeroclub airfield, where the plane landed in a dry riverbed. No fire followed the impact.

The two occupants, both Greek nationals aged between 55 and 60, were found unresponsive outside the wreckage. Emergency services, including eight firefighters and four vehicles, were alerted to the scene at approximately 13:50. The victims were transported to the Katerini Hospital by the National Centre for Emergency Care (EKAB), where their deaths were officially confirmed.

Authorities have launched an investigation into the circumstances and causes of the crash. As of now, the technical details regarding the flight's failure have not been clarified, and the incident remains under review by relevant aviation safety agencies.