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How often do you drive and how often do you attend airshows? And what is the ratio between the two for the average citizen? (The vast majority never go to an airshow in their entire life.) Nothing can be derived from this kind of statistics. Only that every fatality is one too many, both on the road and at airshows.
Personally I have seen a similar display at Duxford and must say that it was impressive. But not important enough for anybody to die for it.
That goes for any sport. People die horse riding, canoeing, cycling. All we can do is ensure it's as safe as possible. You have to let the event breathe a little. Hammer it with restrictions and the event wouldn't happen.