did not possess a current medical certificate required to operate the aircraft and the company did not have the pre-requisite licences to operate regular public transport flights between Newcastle and Lord Howe Island. The accident is considered not to have been survivable by anyone on board the aircraft. The circumstances surrounding the accident led to a commission of inquiry into the Civil Aviation Safety Authority's handling of Seaview Air's operations. Notes References External links Airports established in 1947 Airports in New South Wales Air transport in the Hunter Region Port Stephens Council 1947 establishments in Australia International airports in Australia