GraficO 0 #1 February 15, 2006 Anybody know what happened in CA? I heard that 2 very experienced pilots were severely injured in a wrap ground launching? What's the scoop? If I am wrong please let me know as it is not my intention to promote rumors. GraficOGraficO "A Mind is a terrible thing to taste." Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
thepollster 0 #5 February 15, 2006 Please Pm me too. Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
swoopster33 0 #6 February 15, 2006 O.k. Folks, here is the official word for the moment. Sunday afternoon Jim Slaton and Duane Hall were involved in an accident at the GLC. They were filming a stunt for a DVD that they had done many times before. There was a collision at about 60 feet that caused the accident. Jim has suffered a broken Femur/Hip. He has already had surgery and is expected to make a full recovery. Duane also suffered a broken Femur and has already had surgery. He is expected to make a full recovery. Please do not speculate on any thing else, both Jim and Duane are in good spirits, with their families. They are next to each other in the same room. For now, that is all the info that is to be released. Cyndi has asked that everyone hold off on the phone calls and e mails. If anyone needs more info, please e mail me at swoopster33@hotmail.com or pm me. Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
flycurt 0 #7 February 15, 2006 Confirmed, thanks Cindy and Jason. I'm relieved to know both will be back soon. A High performance Recovery and Best Wishes Duane and Jimbo! Where do I send the flowers? C. Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
swoopster33 0 #8 February 15, 2006 They are in Bakersfield Hospital, not sure what room. I think Jim will be there for a few more days..... Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
CanuckInUSA 0 #9 February 15, 2006 Quoteboth Jim and Duane are in good spirits, with their families. They are next to each other in the same room. Should we re-break Jeremy Neis's (sp?) femur so that the three amigos (who kind of grew up together if I'm not mistaken) can be reunited all in the same hospital room. Sending get well vibes to both Jim and Duane. Try not to worry about the things you have no control over Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
dharma1976 0 #10 February 15, 2006 well that explains why my email wasnt replied to and I thought I just wasnt cool enough... Speedy recovery brothers... Davehttp://www.skyjunky.com CSpenceFLY - I can't believe the number of people willing to bet their life on someone else doing the right thing. Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Treejumps 0 #11 February 15, 2006 Damn that sucks. Heal quick you two, if you push hard you will be swooping again in June. (with slide in landings of course) Hey Duane, you still got that torn up Mojo? Cya Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Taylor610 0 #12 February 15, 2006 Hey Guys, Heal quick! Jim, you been like rubber soooo long, you gettin old on me?? Duane, Mike Blessit was in my office yesterday, asked if I had talked to you lately... Take care guys!!! Wally "My canopy is still stuck on the gas tank vent pipe" West PS You did burn that video didn't you?? Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Peej 0 #13 February 16, 2006 Heal fast guys! Advertisio Rodriguez / Sky Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Tonto 1 #14 February 16, 2006 Lets discuss the incident in Incidents, and start a "Get well" thread in Bonfire. tIt's the year of the Pig. Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
