It was a privilege to be part of this significant day...
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Rev Dr Richard Waugh at the service adjacent to the accident site this morning. Richard has been instrumental in ensuring these sites are remembered. Today was a great tribute to his work, clearly appreciated by family and the local community |
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Unfortunately you can't see it... but trampers were shining a light from accident site that appeared as the service drew to its conclusion... a great effort appreciated by those present |
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Cold and bleak but for family of the deceased, locals and representatives of the airline industry a privilege to be there |
The second flypast... Douglas DC-3 ZK-DAK flying past... as the roll call of the deceased was read a piwakawaka (fantail) flew right in front of the fire
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Acolades to Classic Flyers Museum Tauranga... they have done an amazing job of providing a sacred space with a tangible reminder of loved ones lost |
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The 23 who perished on NATIONAL 441 |
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And now a part of that DC-3 ZK-AYZ has arrived... something to touch, something to remember. A reminder as we get on "The Repair Shop" of how things can connect us to those we loved. Classic Flyers have created a beautiful space where people can sit and remember. A model for museums across the country |
Such a tragedy, I’m glad the memorial has been done so well and respectfully. Ally.
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