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A pilot in his sixties survived a fiery crash after his engine failed shortly after takeoff, sliding into a paddock near Raglan and catching fire—yet he crawled for help despite serious injuries. The ATSB confirmed he likely wore a life-saving five-point harness, and while the fire destroyed the plane, investigators couldn’t pinpoint the engine failure cause. A replaced fuel pressure regulator went missing, and flame-resistant gear might’ve reduced burn severity. The report urges pilots to prioritize pre-flight emergency planning to stay calm and act effectively during crises.

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