Snowbird Pilot Safely Ejects From Jet

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CAS NR - August 24, 2005
THUNDER BAY, ON. -- A Canadian Forces Snowbird pilot safely ejected from his CT-114 Tutor jet Wednesday, August 24 at about 5:25 p.m. in Thunder Bay , Ont., during the warm-up phase before the Thunder in the Air Airshow.
Captain Andy Mackay, Snowbird 8, sustained some injuries during the ejection. He is receiving medical care at the Thunder Bay Regional Health Services Centre. Next of kin have been notified.
"Our main focus at the moment is Captain Andy Mackay's well being," said Major Ian McLean, commanding officer, Canadian Forces Snowbirds.
Thunder Bay Emergency Medical Services responded immediately and Captain Andy Mackay was recovered within 15 minutes of ejecting from his jet.
The site has been secured for a flight safety investigation.
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Note to editors/news directors : A brief media availability with Major Ian McLean will be conducted at Confederation College at 1450 Nakina Drive at 7:45 p.m. (EST) tonight.
For more information, please contact Lieutenant (Navy) Petra Smith, Public Affairs Officer, Canadian Forces Snowbirds at (306) 631-7248.

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