Tragic Loss Of Julianne Kramer

[Wakatipu Aero Club]

Dear Member,

It is with great sadness that I inform you of the tragic loss of our CFI Julianne Kramer. JK was the sole occupant of a Robinson R22 helicopter flying from Wanaka to Queenstown, which crashed in Cardrona Valley at approximately 20:30 last night. As you can appreciate we have few details about the circumstances at present. Once arrangements have been made regarding a funeral we shall send out more information, as I'm sure those that are able will want to attend. Undoubtedly all pilots that have flown in the area will be moved by this tragedy, as JK was such an integral part of the aviation community in Queenstown. Many of us owe a great deal of our aviation knowledge and skills to JK and it is unbelievable that this incredibly experienced and capable pilot is no longer with us.

Alex Turnbull