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Young pilot dies in light plane crash near Coober Pedy
Allanah Sciberras and Yashee Sharma
A young pilot has died after his light plane crashed in remote far north South Australia.
Police received reports of the incident near Mulgathing, south-west of Coober Pedy, about 9.30am today.
The 22-year-old solo pilot died.
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A pilot has died after a light plane crashed in South Australia's far north. Nine
A police investigation is underway.
The Australian Transport Safety Bureau will also be investigating the incident.
Safework SA has been notified of the death and police will be preparing a report for the Coroner.
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