63rd anniversary of the UK's worst high ground aviation accident
A service of remembrance will take place today to honour the Manx residents who died in the Winter Hill plane crash.
Thirty-five people lost their lives in the incident which happened on 27 February, 1958.
A short, informal, service will take place at Cooil y Ree Park in St Johns, organised by the Rotary Club of Douglas.
As well as remembering those who lost their lives, and their family and friends, thanks will also be given to the Horwich Rotary Club which was involved in the rescue of survivors.
Today marks the 63rd anniversary of the disaster, which remains the UK’s worst high ground aviation accident – of the 42 people who departed Ronaldsway Airport just seven survived.
The plane was carrying a party of local motor traders and associated colleagues, who were planning to visit a battery factory in Manchester.
All are welcome at the service which starts at 11am.
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