A training aircraft belonging to Redbird Flight Training Academy made a hard landing near Gojubavi village in Baramati on Wednesday morning during a routine training session, police officials said.
According to Pune Rural Superintendent of Police Sandeep Singh Gill, the incident was not a crash but occurred when the aircraft struck a pole while attempting to land.
The trainee pilot, who was alone onboard the aircraft, escaped safely and no injuries were reported in the incident.
Police said the aircraft was conducting a solo practice sortie from Baramati airport between 8:30 am and 9 am when the hard landing took place in an open area near the village.
Local residents rushed to the spot after hearing a loud sound and informed authorities. Rescue teams and police personnel later reached the location to assess the situation.
In an official statement, Redbird Flight Training Academy confirmed that its Tecnam P2008JC aircraft bearing registration VT RFY was involved in the incident near Baramati Airport.
The academy stated that the situation was fully under control and confirmed that the cadet pilot was safe. It also said necessary procedures were being carried out in coordination with relevant authorities.
Officials are expected to conduct a detailed inquiry to determine the exact cause of the hard landing.
