I studied to be a journalist. I trained …

by Nic Haralambous on 9/06/2009

I studied to be a journalist. I trained for difficult situations, for uncomfortable things to happen and for strange situations verging on impossible. I have wanted to be a war-correspondent since I was 10 years old. That will not happen.

But on Sunday I was involved in a freak accident involving a plane, a bakkie and a few bloggers freebording. I ran towards the plane as did our whole group and not for one second did I think about stopping, taking photos or video and sending word to a media organisations. I could’ve, I am capable and I know how to, but I’d rather help. It’s that simple and now I am certain of that.

nharalambous@gmail.com

There are 3 comments in this article:

  1. 9/06/2009Wezz says:

    Well done to you and the others who pulled the pilot and passenger out Nic – I have no idea what I would have done in a similar situation. I’m glad everyone made it ok.

  2. 9/06/2009Wezz says:

    When did the cockpit go up in flames, instantly or was it a few minutes after the crash?

  3. 10/06/2009Nic says:

    Hey Wezz, the cockpit went up about 5-8 minutes after both passengers in the plane were taken out. The wing and engine were on fire when we arrived at the plane.

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