Joseph Keeley

Joseph Keeley was a skilled helicopter pilot known for his heroic actions during a life-threatening incident in 1998, where he saved his coworker, Lucas, after a helicopter crash in the Ruahine Ranges. Tragically, Keeley passed away in a recent chopper crash near Paekākāriki, prompting fond memories and tributes from those he had helped and worked with throughout his career. Colleagues remember him as a dedicated professional with a larger-than-life character, whose contributions to the aviation industry and personal bravery left a lasting impact on many lives.