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Search and Rescue Mission Controller Keith Allen said RCCNZ had deployed a helicopter to search the Mount Cook area at 4pm following receiving an emergency beacon activation alert. Shortly after, RCCNZ were advised an aircraft was overdue.
One helicopter and a fixed wing aircraft are searching the area. Three more helicopters are on standby.
Weather is described as good for flying with some light wind at high altitude.
For further information contact:
RCCNZ Media Line
Phone 04 499 7318
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