Air New Zealand Flight 901

Air New Zealand Flight 901: The Tragic Erebus Disaster in Antarctica Aircraft and Significance: Air New Zealand Flight 901 involved a McDonnell Douglas DC-10, a wide-body, tri-engine aircraft. The incident is significant due to its tragic crash into Mount Erebus in Antarctica and its profound impact on New Zealand and aviation safety. Date and Location : The crash occurred on November 28, 1979, on Mount Erebus in Antarctica. The flight was a sightseeing excursion that departed from Auckland International Airport in New Zealand and was operated by Air New Zealand. The Sequence of Events : Flight 901 was a special sightseeing flight that offered passengers the opportunity to view the stunning landscapes of Antarctica. Navigational Errors : During the flight, a series of navigational errors and misunderstandings led the aircraft off-course. The crew believed they were flying down a safe ice-free McMurdo Sound, but they were actually on a collision course with Mount Erebus. Impact and Loss...