Nearly 3 years after the fatal events at Pike River Mine, the NZDF has been called into action to aid in the first stage of re-entry operation.
The ventilation shaft which is only accessible by air, required removal of over 35 tonnes of debris and equipment. Both the Air Force and the Army's 5 Movement Company participated in this operation to support Solid Energy.
In total, the crew removed over 35 tonnes in 19 trips.
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RNZAF NH90 external cargo operations
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