Tragic Mid‑Air Collision Over Mangalore, Australia
Four lives lost in a freak airborne collision between two light aircraft on February 19th. The wreckage was strewn across a quiet stretch of countryside north of Melbourne.
What Went Wrong?
- Both planes were twin‑engined and were carrying a pilot and a passenger each.
- They crossed paths at roughly 4,000 feet (1,200 m) above the town of Mangalore.
- Images from the crash site show twisted metal and fuselage fragments scattered among fields and trees.
Official Update
Police confirm that both aircraft were operating legally and were licensed to fly in the region. Yet the exact reason they ended up sharing a trajectory remains under investigation.
Inspector Peter Koger admitted, “We’re not sure why both aircraft were on the same path or why they were in that part of the airspace, but tragically they collided mid‑air.”
One of the planes had just departed from a local airfield; the origin of the other plane is still unknown.
Key Takeaways
- Mid‑air collisions are rare but can be deadly.
- Even fully legal flights can lead to catastrophic accidents.
- Investigations are ongoing to uncover the precise cause.
