Eddie Seve, the founder of Freedom Formation, was identified as the pilot who died during a mid-air collision over Wedderburn, Sydney. Seve was flying as part of a four-plane formation when the accident occurred.
The collision involved two aircraft, one piloted by Seve and the other by a survivor who miraculously escaped without fatal injuries. The exact cause of the crash remains under investigation.
"Eddie was an exceptional aerobatic flyer and founder of our formation team," a spokesperson said. "His loss is deeply felt in the aviation community."
Eddie Seve was well-known in the aerobatic scene for his skill and dedication. He established Freedom Formation to promote group aerobatics and pilot training.
The aviation community and Freedom Formation members have expressed profound sorrow. Many have highlighted Seve’s passion for flying and his contribution to aerobatics.
Eddie Seve's death in a mid-air collision marks a significant loss to the aerobatic flying community, underscoring the risks pilots face even in skilled formation flying.