1932 Kimberley rescue, Aviation rescue site in Kimberley, Australia.
Two German aviators made an emergency landing in their Junkers W 33 seaplane on the northern coast of Western Australia in 1932.
The rescue operation lasted from May 15 to July 6, 1932, involving pilot Hans Bertram and mechanic Adolph Klausmann during their attempted world circumnavigation flight.
Local Aboriginal fishermen located the stranded aviators after 39 days in the wilderness, demonstrating the connection between indigenous knowledge and modern aviation.
The incident location lies in a remote section of the Kimberley coast, marked by challenging terrain and limited access to fresh water resources.
The aviators constructed a makeshift canoe from their seaplane float in an unsuccessful attempt to reach civilization during their ordeal.
Location: Western Australia
GPS coordinates: -14.33367,127.77928
Latest update: March 5, 2025 19:10
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