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Airshow reopens after crash leaves pilot fighting for life in Melbourne hospital


Veteran pilot Glenn Collins was attempting a solo aerobatic manoeuvre at the Avalon Airshow when he lost control

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Veteran pilot Glenn Collins has been identified as the pilot who is fighting for life after crashing during an aerobatics display at the Avalon Airshow in front of tens of thousands of spectators.

As Australia’s biggest airshow reopened on Saturday, Paul Bennet Airshows confirmed Collins, who performed on their team, was the pilot involved in the crash.

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Source link : https://www.theguardian.com/australia-news/2025/mar/29/avalon-airshow-reopens-after-crash

Author : Benita Kolovos and Australian Associated Press

Publish date : 2025-03-29 02:01:00

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