[pageandrew]

It is completely reckless to ditch an aircraft if other options are available. The chances are low, but it could have hit someone or caused a fire.

[t8e56vd4ih]

why would he do it intentionally, though. isn't an airplane more expensive then what he can expect to earn with that clip on YouTube?

[pageandrew]

He probably has insurance on the aircraft, so the YouTube earnings + increased publicity + insurance payout could make such a stunt profitable.

[dghlsakjg]

I don't know what a youtube video earns, but it is entirely possible to find a clapped out old taylorcraft or equivalent for $10-15k.

I think that breaking even is entirely impossible. WHistlinDiesel destroyed an almost identical airplane in a video...

[bagels]

Yes, but he only endangered his crew, thankfully.