Amazing escape of stunt pilot in deadly crash Aftermath: The glider has come to a halt, with a stunned Mike Newman still in the cockpit. (FILE) Impact: One wing-tip hits the ground, and the entire wing bends. (FILE) Destruction: The entire front section of the aircraft is smashed to smithereens - leaving pilot Mike Newman dangerously exposed. (FILE) Close call: Mr Newman crawls from his smashed up stunt glider. The pilot suffered three cracked vertibrae but he will make a full recovery. (FILE) Bounce: Mercifully the glider doesn't flip over on its back, but begins to settle onto an even keel. (FILE) Inches from disaster: Mike Newman's glider is out of control and heading for the ground.(FILE) Email Facebook Twitter LinkedIn Whats App Pin Interest
