A plane crashed Thursday in Reno, Nevada during the National Championship Air Races. The plane, piloted by 80-year old Jimmy Leeward, crashed into the stands after losing control.
Leeward was a very well-known participant in the sport over the past several years. The crash killed two others, and injured fifty six. Of the fifty six injured: fifteen were considered to be in critical condition, thirteen in serious condition, and twenty-eight had non-life threatening injuries. Witnesses say Leeward lost control of his P-51 Mustang, they also say it was evident he tried to avoid hitting the crowd. Witnesses also explain the scene as “complete carnage” with debris and body parts scattered about. My heart and prayers go out to the people and their families affected by this tragic event.
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