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) |
