Cairns, Queensland – Two people are currently receiving treatment at Cairns Base Hospital for minor injuries following a light aircraft crash on a remote island in the Great Barrier Reef. Queensland Ambulance Service Acting Assistant Commissioner Brina Keating reported that the incident occurred around 7:30 am when a plane taking off from Lizard Island’s runway collided with trees and flipped. Among the passengers were nine adults and one 14-year-old girl, with one adult sustaining a minor head injury and another a minor arm injury.
Despite the crash, Keating said that all passengers were able to walk away from the aircraft, which she described as “incredible.” Two rescue helicopters and a Royal Flying Doctor Service aircraft were dispatched to the island, located 250 kilometers north of Cairns. Due to the remote location of the island, the cause of the crash is currently under investigation.
The Cairns Hospital and Health Service confirmed that all 10 patients brought in were in a stable condition. The access to the island was challenging, and the rapid response from the medical teams played a crucial role in ensuring the safety and well-being of the passengers involved in the crash. Further details about the incident and the exact cause of the crash will be thoroughly investigated to prevent similar incidents in the future.
To conclude, the two individuals involved in the light aircraft crash in the Great Barrier Reef are currently being treated for minor injuries at Cairns Base Hospital. The cause of the crash is still under investigation, and all 10 passengers are reported to be in stable condition.