Aircraft seldom have accidents when actually flying in formation, but rather when joining up or breaking away from each other.
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I know a few guys who used to formate without a proper briefing, often attempting formation take offs. It really isn't worth the risk. If you're serious about formation flying, seek proper instruction from guys who know what they're doing, don't treat it as something you can teach yourself.