It is a true dilemma.

In recent years the CAA has sanctioned a minimum number of photographers nominated by the airshow organiser to be forward of the crowd line in a position that limits the risk to the individual photographer, who is fully aware of the potential danger. This is to generate post display publicity which, hopefully, will increase awareness and attendances in future years. I do stress the words “minimum” and “nominated”.

Should the worst happen to one of these photographers then there is no doubt in my own mind that any coroner might well make such comment that it would be highly embarrassing and probably litigeous for all involved.

Remember, you might waive your own legal rights on a personal basis but you cannot do so on behalf of your families.

Airshows are inherently situations where the risk of an accident is increased and we have all seen the enormous media exposure given to accidents which have happened in the past. For over 50 years third party fatalities have been avoided at UK displays. I pray that fine record will continue. If it does not then it may well be the case of “apres moi, le deluge”.

Take great care all of you.

Cheers,

Trapper 69
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