Grant Schultz was drawing water from a dam at Tarome, west of Brisbane, when he lost control and was forced to make an emergency escape
Follow our Australia news live blog for latest updatesGet our morning and afternoon news emails, free app or daily news podcast
A helicopter pilot who was forced to ditch into a dam while fighting bushfires west of Brisbane has spoken out about his “incredibly lucky” escape from the downed vehicle.
Grant Schultz told media how he was nearly trapped in the sinking helicopter, with door after door failing to open.
About Author
More Stories
Palestine Action Group launch legal challenge against controversial NSW laws restricting protests
Australia’s new $5 note to reflect First Nations connection to country instead of King Charles
Monday briefing: Is Rodrigo Duterte’s arrest a sign of the ICC’s strength or its limitations?