Acrobatics plane crash leaves pilot in serious condition; See video

A Vitória police spokesman said the accident occurred at a significant distance from viewers and there were no other people injured.

The organization of the event immediately suspended the air performances after the accident. In a statement, Airshow Executive Director Justin Giddings said the activities should be resumed tomorrow, after the initial investigation work is completed.

Investigation ongoing

The Australian Transport Security Office (ATSB) sent a specialized team to investigate the causes of the accident. Researchers should analyze flight data, weather conditions and maintenance of the aircraft.

The Paul Bennet Airshows team is known as risky acrobatic performances and this year was attended by 19 -year -old Jett Bennet, considered the youngest acrobatic pilot in Australia.