The incidental occurred present around 3:35 p.m. close the base in Saint-Dizier in the east of the country. During this time, there were exercises involving six Alpha Jet aircraft, part of the French acrobatic group Patrouille de France.
The released video shows the formation of machines performing stunts. At 1 point, 2 of them collide in the air. A minute later, both planes fall to the ground.
A dramatic incidental in the air. 3 people injured
According to representatives of the French air and space forces, pilots and passenger were able to eject from the machines. 3 people on the aircraft were injured. 2 of them were life-threatening and 1 was described as a individual with multiple injuries. It was besides reported that no civilian casualties were reported.
According to the regular Mail, the Saint-Dizier authorities announced last week that the French acrobatics squad would be conducting training in airspace from Monday to Friday. It is presently unclear whether this timetable will change in the event of an accident.
