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Monday, 11 November, 2002, 10:52 GMT
In pictures: Philippine crash rescue mission
A plane carrying 34 people has crashed into Manila Bay in the Philippines, shortly after taking off.

Rescuers lift the forward portion of the crashed Fokker 27
It is not yet clear what went wrong.

Rescuers on boats search for passengers in the water
Rescuers searched the waters for survivors.

Diver searching for victims of the plane crash (AP photo)
Divers recovered the bodies of those killed.

Unidentified relatives grieve as they wait for news on the fate of their relatives (AP photos)
As anxious relatives wait for news of their loved ones.

Philippine Coast Guard and Navy divers search for victims
The survivors include the pilot and co-pilot as well as at least one Australian passenger.
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