Minister Briefed On Nowra Skyhawk Crash Report
Tuesday, 31 July 2001, 12:38 am
Press Release: New Zealand Government
Defence Minister Mark Burton said he had been briefed on the
results of the Court of Inquiry conducted by the RNZAF into
the Skyhawk crash which claimed the life of Squadron Leader
Murray Neilson.
"I am satisfied that the accident has been
thoroughly investigated," Mark Burton said, "and it is
appropriate for the Air Force to comment on the steps being
taken to implement the Court's recommendations.
"However,
renewed discussion of this tragic accident will inevitably
cause further distress for the family and friends of
Squadron Leader Neilson.
"I again offer my condolences on
behalf of the government to all those who were close to
Murray," Mark Burton
said.
Ends
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