Erebus: Operation Overdue
Synopsis
257 passengers were aboard Air New Zealand Flight 901 when it crashed into Mount Erebus during a sightseeing tour over Antarctica on November 28, 1979.
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Synopsis
On November 28, 1979, Air New Zealand Flight 901 crashes into Mount Erebus during a sightseeing tour over Antarctica. After the disaster, 11 New Zealand police officers are dispatched to recover the 257 victims. The film features the experiences of four officers involved in the operation and details the investigation into the crash. It also discusses the challenges faced by the recovery team amid the harsh conditions.
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Why Watch
- Meet the 11 police officers on the recovery mission.
- See the harsh conditions of Antarctica's Mount Erebus.
- Find out about the investigation into the airline's oversights.
Did You Know
- Air New Zealand Flight 901 crashed on November 28, 1979.
- The crash resulted in the deaths of 257 passengers.
- 11 New Zealand police officers were sent to recover the victims.
- The documentary has a runtime of 72 minutes.
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What happened to Air New Zealand Flight 901?
Air New Zealand Flight 901 crashed into Mount Erebus on November 28, 1979, while carrying 257 passengers.
How many police officers were sent to recover victims after the crash?
Eleven New Zealand police officers were sent to the remote location to recover the victims of the crash.
Who directed the documentary Erebus: Operation Overdue?
The documentary Erebus: Operation Overdue was directed by Peter Burger.
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