Pilot of fatal Fife plane crash named by police

The pilot who died in a light aircraft crash near Fife Airport earlier this week has been named by police.

Nicholas Denison-Pender, 50, from Perthshire, was pronounced dead at the scene after the plane came down near Kinglassie on Monday at around 11.40am.

Enquiries remain ongoing to establish the circumstances surrounding the crash.

Detective Inspector Samantha Davidson said: “Our thoughts are with the family and friends of Nicholas as they come to terms with their loss.

“The family have asked for their privacy at this difficult time.

“An investigation into the circumstances of the crash remains ongoing and we would ask for anyone with information, to please come forward."

Anyone with any information is asked to contact 101 quoting reference 1136 of 23 December, 2024.

Mr Denison-Pender joined automotive research and consultancy firm SDB Automotive in 2024 as their chief operating officer.

A statement on the company's website said being a private pilot was his "passion" and he also enjoyed outdoor pursuits with his family and fishing.

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