Strange and saddening news..I witnessed an out of control plane strike two souls and one aircraft yesterday at a fun fly in Grand Ledge yesterday. The woman hit was a spectator. She received injury to an arm that was significant. The other was a pilot and his plane was also damaged in the error. The pilot had been hugging the inner fence and been warned by the safety officer of the club. He did another knife edge pass along the fence again and dumb thumbed the elevator which sent the aircraft into the pit area.
The spectator was treated on site by a first responder (fireman) and RN and did not wish to call 911. The pilot/ owner of a 54% L-4 received damage to his arm and leg. Estimate of repair cost to the airframe was $4000.
The pilot in error seemed either in shock or unapologetic. There was a heated meeting of club officials and concerned parties.
Moral of the story. These machines are not toys. Be thoughtful as we enjoy our hobby. Follow safety protocols when doing our happy thing!