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Captain Jim Collins was flying the sightseeing flight from New Zealand to Antarctica and back when it accidentally crashed into Mount Erebus. All 257 people on board were killed.
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How did mt erebus aircraft disaster happen?
The Mt. Erebus disaster occurred on November 28, 1979, because the wrong coordinates were put into the planes computer navigation system. It was flying low for sightseeing purposes because it was thought to be on the correct path. The pilots could not see the mountain due to white out conditions.
Why is the continent of Mt Erebus special to New Zealand?
Mt Erebus is a tall active volcano that created Ross Island. It was on the slopes of this mountain that an Air New Zealand sightseeing flight crashed. Killing all crew and passengers.
Does mt erebus have trees on it?
no, Mt Erebus does not have trees on it
How tall is Mt Erebus in feet?
Mt. Erebus is 12,448 ft.
What did it look like before a plane crashed into mount erebus?
Mt Erebus is covered with glaciers, and with little pollution there, appeared to be pristine white enough to blend into the local, low-altitude weather -- a white-out.
What country is mt erebus in?
mt erebus is in antarctica, on the ross ice shelf
What is the area of mt erebus?
Mt Erebus lies on Ross Island, Antarctica, in that area.
When was the air crash on Mt Erebus?
Air New Zealand Flight 901 crashed into Mount Erebus in Antarctica at 12:49pm on Wednesday 28 November 1979 NZST (12:49am 28 November GMT)
Why is it dangerous to climb mt erebus?
Mt Erebus is extremely remote, high and an active volcano.
Where is mt erebus located?
Mount Erebus is located in Antarctica.
Where in the world is Mt Erebus?
mt. Erebus is located in Antarctica, so i guess you're not the only one who can't find it
When are the best months to climb mt erebus?
Mt Erebus is extremely remote, and is an active volcano. There are no 'best months' to climb this mountain.
