Aerial Aerobatics
Scarcely a breeze stirred yesterdaj afternoon when Pilot Officer Scottj Fraser, the noted parachutist, hurtled from a plane 3000 feet above the Milson aerodrome, thrilling a crowd of several hundred spectators as his parachute opened after a headlong drop, and carried him gently to the ground. The feat was repeated almost at dusk. At intervals during the afternoon Scotty Fraser’s pilot, Squadron Leader . McGregor, gave a hair-raising exhibition of stunting. He introduced flying upsidedown, appearing quite at home in this uncomfortable position, and frequently using it as a starting point for a breathtaking loop or roll. It was a fine exhibition, and one that will be long remembered. Tho Manawatu Aero Clubs plane, piloted by Major Cowper, and a visiting machine, also contributed to the afternoon’s entertainment.
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Manawatu Times, Volume LV, Issue 6865, 23 May 1932, Page 6
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129Aerial Aerobatics Manawatu Times, Volume LV, Issue 6865, 23 May 1932, Page 6
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