Wanaka Police have released the name of the pilot who died in the helicopter crash on the Criffel Range in the Cardrona Valley, Wanaka last night.
The pilot was Julian Dean Kramer aged 52. He was the chief flying instructor at the Wakatipu Area Club.
Police wish to extend their condolences to all of Mr Kramer's family and friends at this difficult time.
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Released by Sgt Aaron Nicholson, SAR Coordinator, Wanaka
Note to media: Police confirm that the gender of this person is male not female as previously reported.