Red Bull Air Race plane crashes in Perth

[Mat James]

Only happened about an hour ago
Pilot pulled out within a few minutes, hope his alright

http://www.news.com.au/breaking-news...-1225854130518

[Paul McFarlane]

From the Red Bull Air Race website:

"Adilson Kindlemann was involved in an accident at 11:50 a.m. while participating in today’s training session for the rbar world championship. At this stage we are unable to give specific details regarding the accident.
Emergency response teams were on the scene in minutes and it is confirmed that Kindlemann was taken to the Royal Perth hospital and it is confirmed that he is in good condition. Full support is being provided for his family and friends.
The team’s main focus is the welfare of the pilot, Adilson Kindlemann of Brazil, and we ask that his privacy be respected. The Red Bull Air Race team gmbh has pledged its full co-operation with the relevant authorities to establish why this accident has occurred. Further updates will be provided." Bernd Loidl

[Rob Y]

Footage here
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=GGIydKxEoUo