1.   The pilot finally managed to make contact with the control tower.

2.   The pilot managed to bring the plane down safely.

3.   The pilot managed to land the plane safely on the beach.

4.   The aircraft was hit, but the pilot managed to bailout just in time.

5.   The pilot managed to land the aircraft safely.

6.   The pilot did manage to get airborne.

7.   The pilot managed to circle the balloon for some time.

8.   The Doctor said it was a miracle that the pilot had managed to steer the plane down at all.

9.   Both pilots managed to eject, suffering back injuries and a fractured jaw.