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Erebus: Operation Overdue recounts the tragic crash of Air New Zealand Flight 901 on November 28, 1979, which resulted in the deaths of 257 passengers when the plane collided with Mount Erebus during a sightseeing tour over Antarctica. The film focuses on the recovery operation led by 11 New Zealand police officers who faced extreme conditions while retrieving victims from the remote location. The documentary captures their personal experiences and the emotional toll of the operation.
In addition to the recovery efforts, the film examines the investigation into the crash, scrutinizing the airline's potential oversights that contributed to the disaster. It provides insight into the complexities of the situation faced by the recovery team and the wider effects of the incident on aviation safety and regulations.
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.
Perfect For
Aviation enthusiastsDisaster history fansAntarctica explorers