Influencer who faked plane crash to face federal charges
YouTuber pilot Trevor Jacob who bailed out midair and deliberately sent his plane crashing into the ground to bolster viewing numbers on his channel could be jailed for up to 20 years, US authorities have said. pic.twitter.com/ojWzX2NNym
- Breaking Aviation News & Videos (@aviationbrk) May 12, 2023
Pilot influencer, Trevor Jacob, was supposedly on a plane crash accident in California, but he later posted a YouTube video where he is seen intentionally bailing out of the vehicle midair with multiple camera shots and slick editing, Trevor Jacob documented the dramatic moments when his small plane crashed as he deliberately sent it into a crash into a Santa Barbara County hillside as he parachuted to safety.
He is now potentially facing 20 years in prison for federal charges after pleading guilty. He admitted he orchestrated the hoax for views.
What would you be willing to fake for fame, ONTD?
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