| Accession Number | F11287 |
|---|---|
| Collection type | Film |
| Measurement | 1 min 10 sec |
| Object type | Actuality footage |
| Physical description | 16mm/b&w/silent |
| Maker |
RAN Public Relations |
| Place made | At sea |
| Date made | 6 March 1967 |
| Access | Open |
| Conflict |
Period 1960-1969 |
| Copyright |
Item copyright: © Australian War Memorial
This item is licensed under CC BY-NC
|
Wessex ditched
Description
RAN Westland Wessex of 817 Squadron (RAN code 837) shown ditched at sea off Nowra after an engine failure. The crew were rescued by HMAS Queenborough. The Wessex sank eventually sank after the flotation bags burst.
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