Millwall prank pilot in hot water for Avram Grant banner

Published: 21 May 2011 - 03:36:59

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Millwall prank pilot in hot water for Avram Grant banner

ShareThe pilot who flew an aircraft over Wigan's DW Stadium carrying a banner taunting Avram Grant could find himself in trouble with the Civil Aviation Authority (CAA). Cheeky Millwall supporters chartered the plane which dragged the message: 'Avram Grant - Millwall Legend' during West Ham's 3-2 defeat on Sunday. Up in the air?: The banner mocking Avram Grant is flown over the DW Stadium The prank rubbed salt into the wounds of suffering Hammers supporters after the result condemned the club to relegation and cost Grant his job. But the stunt is now being probed by CAA officials who are trying to establish whether the pilot broke aviation regulations. Their are strict guidelines attached to flying aircrafts over built up areas. It is forbidden to fly a plane in a built up area below 1,000ft. A CAA spokesman confirmed to Sportsmail: 'The photos are being studied by the CAA.' Joke: Fans on the House of Fun website claimed credit for the stunt If the CAA deem there is enough evidence to suggest rules have been broken they will launch an official investigation. If prosecuted, the pilot could be hit with a hefty fine. Over and out: Avram Grant can't bear to watch in the defeat at Wigan We did it! Millwall fans group admits sorting plane stunt mocking AvramMeltdown! Grant sacked as West Ham relegated after throwing away two-goal lead at Wigan