Eugene L. Vidal

“ The pilot's safety belt, which had been properly fastened before the take-off, was found to be unfastened and the ends tucked carefully to either side of the seat, indicating that he had unfastened it in order to reach far enough ahead to work with the cowling. A severe head injury and marks on his goggles appear to have been inflicted by the cowling as it left the glider. ”

“ Respectfully submitted
Eugene L. Vidal
Director of Air Commerce
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