The couples thank their pilot and several bystanders who rushed to their aid for 'care and heroism' that 'changed their lives' — releasing dramatic images taken after the crash.
abc.net.au/news/qld-helicopter-crash-gold-coast-nz-couples-dramatic-images/101835696Two New Zealand couples involved in the fatal helicopter crash on the Gold Coast have released images of the aftermath and their recovery in hospital as they thanked bystanders for their "care and heroism".Edward and Marle Swart, and Riaan and Elmarie Steenberg, were holidaying together on the Gold Coast from Auckland when their scenic helicopter ride collided with another helicopter mid-air.
Disturbing images show the New Zealand passengers covered in blood and shrapnel wounds moments after their pilot Michael James managed to land their damaged helicopter on a sand bank. "Every police officer and emergency services personnel, both on the scene of the crash and later in the hospital."There are no words to describe our gratitude."They also paid tribute to the staff who cared for the injured holiday makers as they recovered at Robina Hospital.
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