The remains
of DC-3 VH-DAS being assembled into a crash diorama at Kuranda on 26 July
1984. This view leaves no doubt that the port wing (shown slung from the
crane) is from VH-DAS. Similarly, there can be no doubt that the forward
fuselage is from VH-DAS as evidenced by the circular plate covering the
location of the additional astrodome which was mounted aft of and slightly
below the starboard cockpit sliding window (see enlargement below). This
modification was unique to VH-DAS. In October 1991, the wreck was inspected
by Allan Vial who confirms that the rear fuselage is from VH-DAS as evidenced
by the presence of the camera hatch and associated wiring looms for the
camera position.  Photo:
Ron Cuskelly (X395) |
