Three people have been confirmed dead after a sea plane crashed off Rottnest Island.
The privately owned aircraft plummeted into the water at Thomson Bay around 4pm on Tuesday, January 7.
There were seven people on board at the time — three couples and the pilot.
Four people were recovered from the water and survived.
They were a couple from WA — a 63-year-old man and a 65-year-old woman — a 63-year-old Swiss man and a 58-year-old Danish woman.
Three of those suffered serious injuries and were airlifted to various hospitals while the fourth person miraculously escaped injury.
Tragically, police divers recovered the bodies of the three deceased people from the submerged plane overnight.
They were the 34-year-old pilot, a 65-year-old Swiss woman and a 60-year-old Danish man.
“The tragedy unfolded in front of many tourists, including families with children who were on the island enjoying the summer holidays, and it may have been distressing for those who witnessed the event,” Premier Roger Cook said.
“My thoughts go out to the families and friends of the victims.
“This is, no doubt, very difficult for everyone involved. And on behalf of every West Australian, I want you to know that you’re in our thoughts and prayers.”
Australian Transport Safety Bureau investigators from across the country are expected to arrive in Perth today to determine what caused the plane to crash.
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