Glider crashes in north Otago

Source: Radio New Zealand

The crash happened at the Omarama Airfield. Supplied / St John

Emergency services are responding to a glider crash in north Otago.

The crash happened about 3.15pm at the Omarama Airfield on Airport Road.

St John says they have sent two vehicles and a helicopter to the scene.

The Civil Aviation Authority has been alerted.

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