LONDON (AP) — A stunt pilot with the British military’s Red Arrows aerobatic display team died Tuesday after being ejected from his aircraft while it was on the ground.
The Royal Air Force released few other details, saying an investigation had been opened.
The aviator’s name was not released, although Group Cpt. Simon Blake said family members had been informed.
“Our thoughts and prayers are with the pilot’s family and friends at this difficult time,” he said in a brief statement.
The pilot is the second from the nine-member stunt team to die within three months.