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Flight Instructor Jumps from Plane, Student Safely Lands Aircraft Alone

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In a shocking incident in Toledo, Argentina, flight instructor Leandro Andrés Bertazzo, 42, jumped from a moving Cessna 150, leaving his 22-year-old student, Rosario, to land the plane alone. Moments before his jump, Bertazzo instructed Rosario to continue flying, removing his headset and seatbelt before exiting the aircraft. Despite the traumatic event, Rosario successfully landed the plane without damage. The flight school, Flying Parrot Córdoba, expressed disbelief over Bertazzo's actions, noting he showed no signs of distress prior to the flight. An investigation is underway to determine the circumstances surrounding this tragic decision.

Key Details: • Incident occurred on Saturday; investigation ongoing. • Flight instructor Leandro Andrés Bertazzo had extensive flying experience. • Student managed to land the plane safely despite being in shock.

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