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DASH 8 accident in PNG
just heard a rumour one went down near Madang , fatalities involved
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most likely this one
CG1600 15:00 POM LAE 16:00 16:35 LAE MAG 17:10 heard there was a in flight fire, not much info out yet. |
People from Madang confirmed it
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Apparently 3 miles off Madang in the water, rescue vessel's on the way. Hopefully all ok.
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Bet me to it, I heard about 15 miles south of Madang. Either way it sounds really bad 20 plus POB. If it's where I think it's gone in I think the salvage will be near impossible due to the depth of the water. Let's just hope and pray that there are some survivors.
Sad day for the aviation industry. |
Report is that 30 dead, only 4 survivors
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This is indeed a tragedy. The good news is that the crew are reported to be OK. Unfortunately, the same can't be said for the pax.
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Dash was full of families going to Madang for the graduation ceremony tomorrow.
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Terrible news, prayers go out to all involved.
Is there a link to this report? |
Plane carrying 32 crashes in PNG - ABC News (Australian Broadcasting Corporation)
condolences to those affected. |
This is the first report in print.
Fatal turbo-prop crash near Madang reported | Plane Talking ABC have just reported as a headline |
Tragedy. Just had it as a breaking news story confirming dead pax during PM Live on Sky News here in AUS.
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Both pilots, a PNG National and an expatriate, have survived, together with the hosty and only 1 passenger. Such tragedy and something that the industry, let alone Airlines PNG did not need.
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DASH 8 accident in PNG
Both pilots are expatriates, Male FA PNG Citizen
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Initials please?? Can someone PM. Concerned for a few at APNG...
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DASH 8 Accident in PNG
Capt B(W)S:FO CW
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here we go again
Just as Kokoda is still fresh in our minds,we are now faced with this,another tragedy. So sad to hear this news.
I hate to say it but how much longer are APNG going to be allowed to stay airborn now.?....enough is enough SW & BA. Thoughts & prayers with APNG crews (many are friends) & relatives of the lost ones. |
Bit early to sink the slipper in don't you think? The bodies aren't even cold and you want the airline pulled out of the air. How about waiting for some accurate facts to emerge, sh#t maybe even an investigation before sinking the boot into them?
Thoughts and condolences for all those mourning loved ones. |
The Sydney Telegraph reported....
"It is believed that a fire on board caused the crash." |
Happen to know the tech crew well. Both are highly respected pilots with very significant experience.
They like all the APNG dash tech crew I've meet are first rate. Very sad day for every person touched by this traggic accident. Lukim yu friends |
Subsonic85:
Please tell me it's not BS, ex SFC at Maroochydore? Thanks. |
Its just been reported that APNG will ground all its Dash 8 fleet
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Could someone tell me. I have an old mate with airlines PNG his initials are K.B. good old mate. Can anyone share some information as I would like to know if he is ok. Cheers
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DASH 8 Accident in PNG
Dora-9
The answer to your question is yes, but I believe he has injuries but OK |
I'm shocked and saddened - I worked with him at SFC and he's a very nice guy indeed....
Thanks for the response. |
APNG PRESS RELEASE
POMSOX/MEDIA RELEASE Port Moresby – 10.30pm, Thursday 13 October, 2011 AIRLINES PNG ANNOUNCMENT We are sad to confirm that there has been an accident involving an Airlines PNG Dash 8 aircraft near Madang late Thursday afternoon. Emergency services have been activated and Airlines PNG is co-operating with authorities to mount rescue and recovery efforts. There were 28 passengers and 4 crew members on board. There appear to be some survivors while a number of people remain unaccounted for. Airlines PNG is working with the emergency service authorities to confirm this information in more detail. A full investigation is underway by authorities and Airlines PNG as to the possible cause of the accident. Airlines PNG fully supports the action of local authorities at Lae who have quarantined aviation fuel at Lae airport from where the aircraft originated. Airlines PNG has also grounded its Dash 8 fleet of 12 aircraft until further notice. Our prayers and thoughts are now with all those affected by this very sad day for Papua New Guinea. Ends/ For further information contact: ENDS... |
Just a reminder that the wx is possibly to have had nothing to do with it. Could have been a mechanical issue.
Lots of speculation and not much fact at the moment. PNG Dash 8 plane crash | NZ pilot survives as 28... | Stuff.co.nz AM - At least 28 dead in PNG plane crash 14/10/2011 Australians feared among PNG dead - World News - World - General - Barossa & Light Herald |
I am happy that you are so concerned of pilot who made command decision to ride the storm into Madang.
Me, my concern is for wantoks, about 10 I know personaly who couldn't/didn't get out of Dash 8 Na Narapella samting.... David find some money to investigate this one, and someone to help Sid |
Latest information identifies the aircraft as P2-MCJ (MSN 125) a DHC-8 102.
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Tolakuma Manki - The concern is obviously for all involved in this tragedy. Perhaps, while regretting the occurrence we should be grateful that there are survivors, not only for their sake but for the sake of finding out what really occurred and preventing it happening to anyone else. Let's not speculate at this stage.
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I forgot to add the Skipper did a sterling job in getting it down into the river bed and avoiding trees, he was in a severe thunderstorm, and really was up the creek in everyway. A terrible thing for this fine pilot to cope with. He gave it his all.
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Well said TG.
My thoughts to all involved. |
Tolakuma Manki...very sorry to hear that...my thoughts are with all concerned...although I am still a relative newcomer to PNG (3 Years now) I know how hard this will hit...terrible terrible news...teresa green thanks for that...
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The male FA - anyone know his initials? Was he formerly at PX?
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I have heard it was a F/A by the name Kappi. Hope they are up and well again soon.
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Tolakuma, olosem sore tu hia belong balus. Mipela wusat rantap in PNG holim belong yupela pen.
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Could you please also translate into English if possible?
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Thanks Walgi. Likewise.
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My thoughts are with all concerned in this tragedy. A very sad day.
F/A's initials are KE. Very tragic news. Nav. |
FA's name is kapi,a quiet spoken young PNG national,a cheerfull hard working likable kid in his mid to late 20's. Well respected by all & made a great cup of coffee....any wantok's with news on his health please post here,many of us dimdim's (white/expats) would very much appreciate knowing.
Thoughts & prayers to all in PNG.Stap easy na lukim upela behind algeta. |
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