Two dead as planes 'collide' near Palmerston North
09.02.06 10.45am UPDATE
Two people are confirmed dead after two light planes collided near Shannon in the Manuwatu this morning.
Inspector Michael Coleman said two light planes from Massey crashed in mid air near Shannon, 33km southwest of Palmerston North.
Both the sole occupants have been confirmed dead, he said.
Police were at the two crash sites and Civil Aviation had been advised.
He did not confirm reports that the aircraft involved were top dressing planes .
No further details were immediately available.