Pilots blamed for air show tragedy

Pilot error appears likely cause of the Ukrainian air show disaster after investigators today ruled out aircraft failure.

Pilots blamed for air show tragedy
Wed, 31 Jul, 2002 - 16:04

Pilot error appears likely cause of the Ukrainian air show disaster after investigators today ruled out aircraft failure.

A Su-27 fighter crashed into spectators, killing 83, during a display. Both pilots parachuted to safety.

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