Update on Missing Aircraft in KwaZulu-Natal

Natalie Nyathi

KwaZulu-Natal’s Transport MEC Siboniso Duma has offered condolences following the tragic discovery of a light aircraft that went missing. The aircraft departed from Virginia Airport on Sunday afternoon and was last tracked flying over Ladysmith, heading towards either Pietermaritzburg or Greytown.

It was confirmed later today that the wreckage had been found near Greytown, with all three individuals on board unfortunately confirmed deceased. One of the victims was identified as a student pilot.

The investigation into the incident will be conducted by the police’s accident and incident investigation division and the South African Civil Aviation Authority.

Further details will be provided as the investigation progresses.