Rob was a six time World four minute winner, 13 time winner of US National Aerobatic Championships.
Considered by many to be the best pilot in the world in the history of aerobatics.
The accident was at the end of a positioning flight from Nashville for the upcoming Langley Airshow. Reports state “on landing” and alternatively “on opproach”
Condolences to the family and friends of Rob ,one of the best !
Horrible year in aviation thus far. RIP, Rob
So sad. I did 10 hours of acro with him in a Super Decathlon at the Nashua NH airport (KASH) just before he became famous. My joke was that I wouldn’t be able to afford him if I did those same 10 hours with him today. He was a local guy and occasionally joined us for lunch at the airport cafe. He will be missed.