Date
Media Contact
media@atsb.gov.au

A media conference discussing the progress of the investigation into the circumstances surrounding the fatal Metroliner aircraft accident near Lockhart River on Cape York Peninsula, Queensland on 7 May 2005 was held today, Thursday 12 May 2005.

Where: 15 Mort Street, Canberra City - (ATSB Headquarters)

Time: 14:30 local time (ACT)

Mr Alan Stray, the Deputy Director, Aviation Safety Investigation, discussed only verified factual material known to the investigation team at the time.

Any person/witness with information about the accident is encouraged to contact the ATSB on 1800 020 616 and will be put in touch with an investigator.

With the exception of this media conference all media contact will continue to be with the Bureau's central office.