Former aerobatic champion and Red Bull Air Race winner Mike Mangold died over the weekend when his single-engine Aero L-39 crashed shortly after takeoff from the Apple Valley Airport (APV) in California. The FAA and NTSB are investigating the cause of the crash.
Mike Mangold Dies in L-39 Crash
Key Takeaways:
- Former aerobatic champion and two-time Red Bull Air Race winner Mike Mangold died when his Aero L-39 jet crashed shortly after takeoff from Apple Valley Airport.
- Mangold was a highly accomplished pilot with a distinguished career in the U.S. Air Force, commercial airlines, and extensive experience in airshows and competitions.
- The FAA and NTSB are investigating the cause of the crash, which involved two people aboard the aircraft.
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