Avalon Airshow crash pilot Glenn Collins posts recovery update
The pilot who miraculously walked away from a horror crash at the Avalon Airshow shared a recovery update surrounded by loving family.
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The pilot who plummeted to the earth in front of horrified onlookers at the Avalon Airshow earlier this year has shared a recovery update surrounded by family.
Looking remarkably well for someone who hit the ground at more than 185km/h just a few months ago, Glenn Collins can be seen sitting in a wheelchair with a cast on his left leg, a bandaged left arm, surrounded by family.
His employer, Paul Bennet Airshows, which shared the update on Facebook, said witnessing Mr Collins rehabilitation had been an inspiration.
“Glenn’s recovery continues to progress positively, supported by a dedicated team of health professionals committed to his care,” they wrote.
“His strength and determination continue to inspire all who know him.
“Glenn and his family extend their heartfelt thanks for the overwhelming generosity, kind messages, and ongoing support.”
The Paul Bennet team also went on to thank those who had supported Mr Collins through the online fundraiser they had set up to support Mr Collins and his family during the recovery.
“Your encouragement provides tremendous strength and is deeply appreciated,” they wrote.
“An incredible $80,000 has been raised so far toward Glenn’s GoFundMe. Thank you again to all who have contributed.”
The pilot, from NSW, was performing a stunt involving four planes, when the accident happened while he was coming out of a loop in front of stunned onlookers.
He spent five weeks in hospital before being able to move back closer to home and family.
In a post earlier this month Mr Collins detailed the injuries he sustained, including damage to his spine.
“Most of my general injuries are healing well, but I do have spinal damage,” he wrote on Facebook.
“While I can move my legs — which I’m incredibly grateful for — I don’t yet have full feeling in my legs or waist.
“Ongoing rehabilitation will be key, and I’m giving it my all.”
Originally published as Avalon Airshow crash pilot Glenn Collins posts recovery update
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