An Italian Army NH90 crashed during an airshow performance and unfortunately one of the three crew members onboard was killed.
Video can be found here but obviously it's quite graphic.
My wings are like a shield of steel.
Some startling images can be found here
http://cencio4.wordpress.com/2008/06/02/nh90-crashes-into-bracciano-lake-during-an-airshow/
http://www.adnkronos.com/IGN/Fotogallery/?fid=1.0.2216526060
A very lucky escape for those on the lake
Rome, June 2, 2008.
The AVES (Aviazione dell'Esercito) flag, draped in black, parades during the National Day of the Republic celebration.