DC3 WWII Crash Site
Mungalalu Visitor Area

UUNGUU

Natural Story

Wumanggarr Country (sandplain with sandstone outcrops), fronted by tidal flat and high sand dunes.

Historical Story

DC 3 aircraft, USAAC C-53, was forced to land on the saltpan here in February 1942, having veered off course flying from Perth to Broome to assist with the evacuation of Dutch citizens from Java. All 4 crew members were evacuated by Flying Boat.

Access

From sandy beach (survey marker) with short walk over dune. Take care – feral cattle frequent.
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