Friday, October 26, 2018

Alpine Helicopters have shared a moving video tribute to Wanaka pilot Nick Wallis ahead of his funeral tomorrow.

Nick was the director and general manager of Alpine Helicopters and the youngest son of Sir Tim Wallis.

He was killed alongside DOC workers Paul Hondelink and Scott Theobold in a helicopter crash in Wanaka last Thursday.

The crash came less than three months after Nick's brother and fellow pilot, Matthew, was killed in a helicopter crash in July.

The video, which shows Mr Wallis flying through stunning mountain landscapes, has been viewed more than sixty thousand times on the Alpine Helicopters Facebook page.

It's prompted an outpouring of grief and support, with those who commenting on the post praising Nick's flying skills and offering support to the Wallis family.

Nick's funeral is being held at Wanaka Airport tomorrow.

Paul Hondelink's funeral will be held on Sunday afternoon at the same location, while Scott Theobald's family have organised two services - one near Aoraki/Mount Cook, and another in Whangarei.

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