The NZSSM ( Erebus ) was established November 2006 to recognize service in the aftermath of the crash of Air New Zealand Flight 901 on Mount Erebus , Ross Island , Antarctica on 28 November 1979 . Qualifying service includes body recovery , crash investigation and victim identification . Service was performed at the crash site ; during support and supply flights in and out of the crash site ; at McMurdo Station ; or the mortuary at Auckland University School of Medicine
Air New Zealand Flight 901
Air New Zealand Flight 901
New Zealand Special Service Medal