A 1909 aviation mishap at Juvisy airfield injured spectators during a test flight, highlighting early aviation's dangers.
Aviation incident at Juvisy airfield
On October 18, 1909, an aviation incident occurred at the Juvisy airfield in France, resulting in injuries to several spectators. The event was originally expected to feature Count Charles de Lambert, who planned to fly a round-trip journey to Paris in a biplane.Pilot involved in the crash
The flight that took place was actually conducted by a different pilot, Blanck, who was performing a test flight in the aircraft. Blanck’s plane crashed shortly after takeoff, having traveled only about 50 meters from the airfield.Crash site and injuries
The aircraft crashed through a safety barrier where spectators had gathered to watch the flight. The pilot, Blanck, emerged unharmed from the incident. However, five members of the audience were injured, including two women.Injuries sustained by spectators
One of the injured women, Madame Hamot, suffered a serious leg injury, while the other injured individuals sustained only minor injuries. The incident highlighted the dangers of early aviation events and the risks faced by spectators who gathered to watch flights.
