Initial search (feb 21, 1959 – feb 25, 1959)
Description:
An initial failure to find the skiers results in the military and civilian authorities becoming involved in the search. Soldiers and officers take part and both planes and helicopters are dispatched to the area. The first sighting is made by the pilot of a plane.Added to timeline:
Date:
feb 21, 1959
feb 25, 1959
~ 4 days