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Plane crash tragedy in Howick, KZN

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A search and rescue operation unfolded dramatically in the skies over KwaZulu-Natal on Wednesday (15 October) after two light aircraft sent out MAYDAY calls, sparking an urgent response from emergency services.

The Aeronautical Rescue Coordination Centre (ARCC) confirmed after the distress signal came through to air traffic control.

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