Black Eagles accident in Singapore

[Adam]

An aircraft of the Black Eagles overturned on the runway at Changi Airport in the past few hours, while participating in the nearby Singapore Airshow. The pilot escaped with minor injuries.

https://twitter.com/STcom/status/960772456758763521

[Adam]

Info: http://thisisflight.net/2018/02/06/brea ... e-airshow/

[RyanS]

Thanks Adam!

The incident happened after a rejected takeoff:

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=t0jxccX ... e=youtu.be

[Adam]

A few developments, here's the latest:

An Republic of Korea Air Force Black Eagles aerobatic team has crashed at Changi Airport while participating at the nearby Singapore Airshow. The accident occurred at 13:24 local time on Tuesday 6th February.

The aircraft was taking off for its display on Runway 20R when it crashed on the ground and burst into flames. Eyewitnesses report the aircraft suffered a tyre burst and began to decelerate before veering off the runway and overturning. The Airport Emergency Service swiftly extinguished the fire.

The pilot escaped with minor injuries and has been sent to the airport clinic for a check-up. His identity remains unconfirmed but the aircraft involved appears to be the #6 opposing solo jet.

The Black Eagles cancelled their display immediately and an investigation has been launched by the Republic of Korea Air Force. Experia Events, the show's organisers, have said the team will not participate in tomorrow's air display, but it is currently unclear whether they will resume their participation at the event for the public weekend.

The stricken jet was removed from the runway after 18:00, but the runway remains closed pending a thorough inspection. Some delays to commercial air traffic occurred, with one flight being delayed by around four hours. Passengers are advised to check with their airline before travelling to the airport.

The Black Eagles fly eight KAI T-50B Golden Eagles in their display - single-set supersonic advanced jet trainers, made in Korea. They have displayed to much acclaim in the United Kingdom, Malaysia, China and at the last two editions of the Singapore Airshow.