27 May 2022: SANDF
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MAYDAY MAYDAY MAYDAY!
Whilst at anchor in Pemba Bay in preparation for the farewell parade, SAS SPIOENKOP was alerted to a call from an aircraft in distress. Soon thereafter amplifying information indicated that a civilian light utility aircraft (LUA) had “ditched” in the water. Within minutes a sea boat and Dorado were launched with medical personnel and divers on board to locate the aircraft and assist.
Not knowing what to expect, the sickbay was prepared to receive any casualties requiring immediate aid or medical attention.
Upon arrival at the scene, fortunately for the pilot and co-pilot, an emergency landing was made in shallow water close to shore where local fisherman assisted in salvaging the aircraft up onto a nearby slipway.
After a brief medical assessment, the pilot and co-pilot were flown to a nearby hospital by an Oryx helicopter for further medical assessment.
Information and Photographs Provided by Joint Operations Division and Article and Photos by Chief Petty Officer Kevin Maytham || SA Navy
With the help of some locals, the stricken aircraft was pulled up one of the slipways nearby.
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