Missing light plane couple revealed as search hampered
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Canberra Times
5 days ago
- Canberra Times
Missing light plane couple revealed as search hampered
"Significant resources have been utilised in the search and Pol Air will continue to be used over the next two days, at which time the search efforts will be re-assessed based on any possible new information that becomes available," Inspector Clark said.
Perth Now
5 days ago
- Perth Now
Couple missing after plane vanished named
A Tasmanian couple who are missing after their light plane took off from the state's north coast then failed to arrive at their destination three days ago have been identified. Gregory Vaughan, 72, his partner Kim Worner, 66, and their dog Molly, have not been seen or heard from since their green Bristell S-LSA aircraft took off from George Town airport about 12.45pm on Saturday. The plane was scheduled to arrive in central NSW later that day but never landed, prompting family and friends to raise the alarm. The plane is a two-seater Bristell S-LSA in distinctive green colour and has not been seen since it took off from George Town airport in Tasmania. Credit: Supplied Tasmanian Police inspector Nick Clark said the missing couple had not been in contact with anyone or aviation authorities since they left George Town. A police helicopter search of Tasmania's north coastline between George Town and Turners Beach on Tuesday failed to locate any sighting of the plane. Inclement weather and low cloud has complicated search conditions, while boats did not go out on the water due to the rough conditions. Missing couple Gregory Vaughan, 72, his partner Kim Worner, 66, and their dog Molly, were in a light sport aircraft. Credit: Supplied Inspector Clark said police would continue searching on Wednesday. 'Significant resources have been used in the search and Pol Air will continue to be used over the next two days, at which time the search efforts will be reassessed based on any possible new information that becomes available,' he said. 'The longer Gregory and Kim are missing the greater the concerns are for their welfare. 'If anyone has information that could assist the search, has seen a plane matching this description, or noticed anything such as unusual debris on land or in the water, they should contact Tasmania Police.'
Herald Sun
7 days ago
- Herald Sun
Bass Strait plane disappears, two Tasmanians aboard, urgent search underway
Don't miss out on the headlines from Breaking News. Followed categories will be added to My News. Fresh details have emerged about the plane that disappeared while crossing the Bass Strait from Tasmania. Tasmania Police Inspector Nick Clark, speaking on Sunday afternoon, said the pilot was a 70-year-old man and his passenger was a female in her 60s. The pair were a couple and on their way to visit family in NSW, he said, when their plane disappeared while crossing the Bass Strait. 'At this stage, there are significant air resources and a significant number of boats on the water searching for the missing plane, as well as beach and land searches being conducted in northern Tasmania,' Inspector Clark said. The desperate search was launched after family members raised the alarm when the couple did not arrive at their destination. A desperate search is underway now for the missing plane. Picture: Tasmania Police The plane – a two-seater – left George Town airport at 12.45pm on Saturday, setting off for Victoria and then on to Central NSW. Inspector Clark said there was no radio contact or distress call prior to the plane's disappearance. He said the pilot was 'very experienced' but was flying a plane that was 'relatively new' to him. '(He was) heavily involved in aero club here in George Town,' Inspector Clark said. 'If you find some people in the water and it is safe to do so, please render some assistance.' A multi-agency operation led by the Australian Maritime Safety Authority is now underway, with planes, helicopters and boats searching for the missing pair. An urgent search is underway in the Bass Strait after a light plane carrying two Tasmanians went missing. Picture: Supplied Several boats are patrolling the Bass Strait, off northern Tasmania, as the search continues for a missing light plane. Picture: Tasmania Police A spokesman for AMSA said the alarm was sounded early on Saturday evening. 'Just after 5pm on Saturday evening, concern was raised after the aircraft failed to land in Central Western NSW,' the spokesman said. 'AMSA has tasked a Tasmania Police helicopter (POLAIR 72) to conduct aerial search efforts around Georgetown, and adjacent parts of northern Tasmania. A rescue jet is also scouting the Bass Strait from the air. 'Search efforts are expected to continue throughout Sunday,' the spokesman said. Tasmanian and Victorian police are assisting with the search. The Spirit of Tasmania was reportedly diverted to assist the search. Picture: NewsWire / Sarah Matray 'A search for a missing light plane with two people on board has resumed in Bass Strait this morning,' Tasmania Police said in a statement. 'The plane did not reach its destination as scheduled and authorities were notified by concerned family members that it was overdue. 'As a result, a search operation involving plane, helicopter and marine resources was activated last night.' Tasmania Police advised that residents in the north of the state would see 'ongoing aerial search activities'. The ABC reported that the Spirit of Tasmania was diverted to help with the search, but was later let go to continue its journey. Originally published as Urgent search launched after two Tasmanians disappear in plane crossing Bass Strait
