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Search for Missing De Havilland DH84 Dragon Continues

De Havilland DH84 Dragon
Gemini Sparkle

Key Takeaways:

  • A vintage 1934 De Havilland DH84 Dragon 2 aircraft with six people on board went missing in Australia on Monday after departing an air show.
  • The pilot issued a distress call for assistance, and the biplane's emergency beacon activated briefly before ceasing.
  • Search and rescue efforts for the missing aircraft are ongoing but have been hindered by persistent poor weather and rugged terrain.
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Search and rescue personnel in Australia are currently looking for a 1934 De Havilland DH84 Dragon 2 with six people on board that went missing on Monday after departing from a vintage air show.

According to local news reports, the aircraft – which is cleared to fly only in VFR conditions – issued a distress call that was picked up by another local airplane at around 1:00 p.m. in which 68-year-old pilot Des Porter said he needed assistance positioning himself.

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