Hampshire & Isle of Wight Constabulary has released the names of three individuals who perished in Monday’s helicopter crash on the Isle of Wight.
The aircraft went down in a field close to the A3020 Shanklin Road at 9.26am on 25 August, prompting emergency services to respond to the scene.
The victims have been identified as Justyna Czoska, 52, and Wojciech Kowalkowski, 49, both residents of Banbury, alongside Simon Hewitt, 54, from Barton-upon-Humber.
Speaking about their loss, Justyna Czoska’s daughters and relatives expressed: “We are heartbroken to share the passing of our mum, she was beautiful, funny, talkative, optimistic and kind – always wanting to make those around her happy. She was our best friend, we miss the sound of her voice, we will miss her forever. The memories with her will last a lifetime.”
Wojciech Kowalkowski’s relatives described him as “the father of two loving children, and will be deeply missed.” Justyna’s daughter further commented: “He always made me happy and always made my mum happy and always made what was a family. He helped and was a heart-filled person.”
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Simon Hewitt’s partner and relatives shared: “Simon was the most wonderful, intelligent, kind man and father. He bought so much joy and light into our lives. We are absolutely broken.”
A fourth passenger, a man in his thirties, was transported to hospital following the crash and remains in stable condition.
Police continue their investigation alongside the Air Accidents Investigation Branch (AAIB) and the Coroner to determine the complete circumstances of the incident.
