Pilot speaks after suffering 'life-changing' injuries in airshow crash
Your web browser is no longer supported. To improve your experience update it here Experienced pilot Glenn Collins was performing a multi-plane stunt when his aircraft crashed just a few hundred metres from crowds in Victoria on March 28. Collins was left with spinal damage but said he is now "healing well" after spending over a month in hospital, he shared in a message on Facebook. Pilot Glenn Collins shared an update on his long recovery with a photo alongside his wife. (Facebook/Paul Bennet Airshows) "Recovery is ongoing and still uncertain in many ways, though I'm thankful for every step forward," he said in a long message posted to Paul Bennet Airshows' Facebook page. "After five weeks in Melbourne, I've now been transferred to Sydney – closer to home and family, which is a huge comfort." Collins said that he can still move his legs despite the spinal injury but he hasn't regained full feeling in his legs or waist yet. He will continue rehabilitation said he remains positive about his long recovery. "There are so many people I'd like to thank. To the pyrotechnic team who acted so quickly and bravely to get me out of the wreckage – thank you for your courage," Collins added. "To the healthcare professionals who continue to care for me with such skill and kindness – your dedication is deeply appreciated." Collins went on to thank his children, grandson, extended family and his wife. Collins crashed during a demonstration flight at Avalon International Airshow in Victoria (9News) He described his wife as the "most remarkable person I've ever known". "This road I'm on is one many have travelled before - waking up to a new reality after life-changing injuries," Collins added. "While my future is still uncertain, I remain hopeful and grounded in gratitude, surrounded by care and love." Collins' accident played out in front of thousands at Australia's biggest airshow at Avalon Airport, when a performance involving four aerobatic planes took a terrifying turn. Collins, a member of the Paul Bennet Airshows team with decades of experience, is also champion of multiple competitions. The experienced pilot was left with life-altering injuries. (Paul Bennets Airshows) He has more than 2700 hours of flying experience and has previously won aerobatics competitions throughout his career, according to a biography on the Paul Bennet Airshows website. Paul Bennet Airshows said in a statement following the crash that it will "no longer be performing at the Avalon Australian International Airshow but we hope the public continue to enjoy the world class event". Victoria
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