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An American woman has tragically died after backing into a plane’s propeller while taking a photo.
The woman has been identified as 37-year-old Kanas native Amanda Gallagher, who was described as “kind and adventurous” by her grieving family.
She was rushed to hospital in a critical condition after the incident, but was unable to be saved and died shortly afterwards.
The incident happened at the privately-owned Cook Airfield, where Gallagher was taking photos of skydivers at the time.
Air Capital Drop Zone, the skydiving company she was taking photos of, has released a statement explaining what happened.
“After the aeroplane landed, for unknown reasons, as the next group of jumpers were boarding, she moved in front of the wing, a violation of basic safety procedures,” the statement said.
“With her camera up to shoot photos as she did so, she stepped back slightly moving toward and into the spinning propeller.”
Cook Airfield also acknowledged her tragic passing on Facebook and offered their condolences to her friends and family.
“Our hearts go out to the family and friends of the young lady who died yesterday after a tragic accident with an airplane propeller on Cook Airfield,” the post read.
“I wasn’t there when it happened, so I will not speculate on what could have or should have happened differently. Just please keep her family, her friends and her Air Capital Drop Zone family in your prayers and thoughts.”
Gallagher’s sister-in-law Abbey has also launched a GoFundMe to help with the cost of funeral arrangements.
“Amanda Gallagher was kind, adventurous, creative and beautiful inside and out. She was a loving daughter, sister, aunt and friend and will be greatly missed,” the family said.
“On October 26th, Amanda passed away in a very sad accident, doing what she loved, skydiving and taking pictures.
“As her family processes through this tragic accident, they could use your help covering the funeral expenses. Please consider helping them out and also keeping them all in your prayers.”
Source: https://www.news.com.au
