Nimrod plane crash in Afghanistan - Condolences thread (no tech or update info)

[covec]

...no whispers of what type yet I notice...hope it ends OK for those involved...my thoughts are out there....

[enginesuck]

BBC stating 12 raf personnel and 2 other british armed forces members killed - Thoughts and prayers.

[cooheed]

Thoughts indeed. 12 RAF, 1 RM & 1 Army

RIP

[cazatou]

Our thoughts are with the Families and Comrades.

May our lost Friends Rest in Peace.

[old developer]

Desperately sad
RIP

[Colonal Mustard]

......Deep sadness at the breaking news... RIP all concerned:(

[chappie]

please god no, let our prayers and thoughts be with those who are ALL affected. god rest their souls and be with their loved ones at this tragic, desperate time. i was at that stage when bob was killed on the hercules in iraq, i hope to god that it was quick.

[formertonkaplum]

Total sorrow for those involved. Thoughts with the families.

[Topsy Turvey]

Gents

An appeal to friends

Please don't speculate here on this forum on names, type aircraft or unit. let the MoD / Unit / JCCC do their work and inform families direct. We will learn all in good time.

A time to pray and hope I think

[The Helpful Stacker]

Another sad day for the RAF and the British Military as a whole.

The MoD's press spokesperson has ruled out enemy action apparently.

[vecvechookattack]

Dreadful, dreadful news. RIP guys/gals.

My thoughts are with the families and friends

[WE Branch Fanatic]

Not again. RIP folks. Thinking of those left behind.

[The Helpful Stacker]

:mad: All the armchair generals on the news speculating on what it was.

They don't seem to think or care about the loved ones who are sat in the various MQ patches at the mo in pieces.

[tablet_eraser]

It seems that upsetting news comes out of Afghanistan every day. My thoughts and prayers are with the families and friends of those who've lost their lives. Words cannot express the impact this has had on my colleagues here and around the Service.

[daughterof]

Dreadful sad news. I cannot put into words what I want to pass onto the families affected.
My thoughts together with my daughters are with everyone, we know what you are going through

[mutleyfour]

It seems all so common today, my sincerest condolences to all those affected both family and friends.

RIP

[Mr-AEO]

Thoughts and prayers to all those on board and of course to their loved ones left behind. Very sad news.

[Jordan D]

What can one really say at a time like this. May you all Rest In Peace, and let perpetual light shine upon you and condolences to those left behind.

Jordan

[Khayes]

Thoughts and prayers are with their families.

Just had to get in touch with my other half and makes sure he was still in Iraq.

RIP

[northernmonkey]

I was about to start an interservice banter thread, been sat here in silence since reading....... Gutted

Godspeed and rest in peace gents.

[Nat O'Thee]

God speed friends, is all I can say, the feeling of sickness has taken all other words from me.

RIP

[professor moriarty]

RIP and condolences to their loved ones

[November4]

Oh no not again!
Thoughts are with the familes....


too stunned to add anything more

[WIWOWessex]

Mrs W and I send our heartfelt condolences to all concerned.

[Jerry Can]

Our thoughts and condolences are with all those concerned.

Rest in peace.

Mr And Mrs Can

[Spotting Bad Guys]

Terrible news. My thoughts are with the friends and families of all involved.

May god grant you the wings of angels.

RIP fellas.

SBG

[ranger703]

Rest easy guys.My thoughts are with your families and friends.

Per Ardua

Andy

[Eosds]

I really hate the media at times like this, our thoughts are with the families and friends.

[Untermensch]

RIP Friends & Comrades

Mr & Mrs Untermensch:=

[Kitbag]

My thoughts are with all who have been affected by this terrible event.

[monkey88]

Godspeed,
me and my familys thoughts go out to everyone involved, including the friends and family.

[Brian Dixon]

Sincere condolences to all affected by this terrible incident.

RIP to those whose duty is now done.
Brian

[C130 Techie]

So very very sad. Our thoughts are with those affected.

[6000PIC]

Rest in peace to all those taken from us in this horrible accident. Godspeed.

[On_The_Top_Bunk]

RIP and my sincerest condolences to all affected.

[jayteeto]

RIP guys/girls.

[Always a Sapper]

Gutted ... :( Thoughts are very much with the families, friends and colleagues.

RIP …….

[nice castle]

RIP.

My thoughts are with the families on this tragic day.

[RonRandom]

Watching the clouds go by and wishing I wasn't hearing this. Per ardua ad astra, you'll all be remembered across all 3 services.

[Geehovah]

My thoughts go out to the loved ones left behind

RIP. You will be remembered.

[propulike]

BBC have read a statement from the MoD declaring the aircraft type as a Nimrod MR2.

God Bless boys. Kinloss is in my thoughts tonight.

[The Helpful Stacker]

Damn, my half-brother is a pilot on the kipper fleet.

Haven't spoken to him in a bit and I'm not actually sure where he is.

[Silver Tongued Cavalier]

RIP to the Nimrod crew. A mighty hunter has fallen, so far from home.

Heartfelt condolences to everyone affected.

[November4]

Rest in Peace

[Beeayeate]

Deepest condolences to the famlies, friends and workmates. Sad day for ISK if not for the whole RAF.

.

[Army Mover]

I'm gutted - my condolences to their families and colleagues - my thoughts are with them all.

[RonRandom]

Sitting, as I am, just down the road from Kinloss, I hope the facts are straight now. Sad news indeed.

[Spikey T]

"Per ardua” and God speed, hero’s all.

Greatest sympathy to ISK families tonight.

Spike

[kippermate]

Thoughts and condolences to all those about to receive the worst news tonight.

Per Ardua Ad Astra.

RIP

[Shackman]

My deepest sympathies to the families and friends of the crew, and to all at ISK.

Shackman

[enginesuck]

Confirmed my worst suspicions......... Rest in peace guys.:(

[monarch of mars]

God bless , so sorry , R.I.P.

[Foss]

My heart goes out to family and friends.
RIP

[pikeyeng]

Gutted, sympathy to all:(

[Colonal Mustard]

Damn Sad Day:(

[Wayitup]

Safe flight home guys...you are going into good company. God speed and RIP

[SALAD DODGER]

What a tragic day, our thoughts are with the families and friends of those involved. You are not alone.

Perhaps we should all quit the speculation until the NOK have been informed, the dust has started to settle and the news has sunk in a bit. You can be assured that the press and families/ friends will be looking to Pprune as a source of information and comfort. Every word thats written on this forum will be scrutinised and can cause a lot of pain.

Respect to the fallen.

Gutted......

[oldfella]

I agree with Salad Dodger. I suggest we leave this thread to messages of condolence and start a new thread with our thoughts about press, MOD etc.

[Overtorques Slave]

To the Crew, God's Speed.
To the families and friends, our prayers and thoughts.
Overtorque and OTS.

[Archimedes]

RIP to the 14 and sincere condolences to their families, friends and colleagues.

[Clear Right,Px Good!]

My thoughts go out to the families of those concerned, yet again we have lost some brave people, some I may know. I have to agree with those in previous threads, leave this one for messages of condolence and stop the speculation.

Guys RIP

[WASALOADIE]

Heartfelt condolences to all families and friends of those who have perished and to all at ISK. God speed

[Safeware]

RIP everyone, your country owes you a great debt. Such a sad day for such a close knit community.

Mr & Mrs sw

[William Elshgit]

Thoughts go out to all the families and friends at ISK. RIP

Ex-AE

[oldfella]

My thoughts tonight are for the families and friends of those lost today.

Possibly no words can help in the immediate aftermath of this tragedy, but later, take heart that both those lost to us, and yourselves are part of a larger community, that of the aviator.

RIP guys. Wings Forever Folded.

[Reverb]

Can not believe the very sad news. Been there, done it and now left. I remember the last tragic loss in T and the impact it had on ISK. Thoughts go to all families and next of kin and to all on the MR2 fleet.
R

[microlight AV8R]

Shocked and so very sorry to hear this news.

'nuf said

[cyclic]

My thoughts are with you all at Kinloss. I'm lost for words.

Ex Nimrod FE

[fantaman]

Thoughts and deepest sympathy to all the guys at Kinloss and to the families at this difficult time.

Flying West

I hope there's a place, way up in the sky,
Where aircrew can go, when they have to die.
A place where a guy could buy a cold beer
For a friend and a comrade whose memory is dear.
A place where no doctor or lawyer could tread,
Nor a management -type would e'er be caught dead!
Just a quaint little place, kind of dark, full of smoke,
Where they like to sing loud, and love a good joke!
The kind of a place where a lady could go,
And feel safe and secure by the men she would know.

There MUST be a place where old aircrew go, when
Their wings become weary, when their airspeed gets low;
Where the whiskey is old, and the women are young,
And songs about flying and dying are sung.
Where you'd see all the fellows who'd "flown west" before,
And they'd call out your name, as you came thru the door,
Who would buy you a drink, if the thirst should be bad,
And relate to the others, "He was quite a good lad!"
And then thru the mist you'd spot an old guy
You had not seen for years, though he'd taught YOU to fly,
He'd nod his old head, and grin ear to ear,
And say, "Welcome, my son, I'm pleased you are here!
For this is the place where true flyers come,
When the battles are over, and the wars have been won;
We've come here at last, to be safe and afar,
From the government clerk, and the management czar,
Politicians and lawyers, the Feds and the noise,
Where all Hours are Happy, and these good ol' boys,
Can relax with a 'cool one', and a well deserved rest.."
"This is Heaven, my son: You've passed your last check!"

Flight is freedom in it's purest form,
to dance with the clouds which follow a storm;
to roll and glide, to wheel and spin;
To feel the joy that swells within;
To leave the earth with its troubles and fly,
And know the warmth of a clear spring sky;
Then back to earth at the end of the day,
released from the tensions which melted away.
Should my end come while I am in flight,
Whether brightest day or darkest night;
Spare me your pity and shrug off the pain,
Secure in the knowledge that I'd do it again;
For each of us is created to die,
And within me I know,
I was born to fly.

[ShortFatOne]

Sadly I will have lost more friends, colleagues and aquaintances today. The relatives and families of those involved should take comfort from the fact that their loved ones come from amongst some of the most dedicated, professional but also fun-loving people I have ever had the pleasure to work with. My heart and prayers are with everyone at ISK, I know it will be taken very hard.

'I shall rise above despair......'

[Dogwatch]

My condolences to all the families and friends.
Guys, rest easy, thank you for your service.

Ex RM

[stall recovery]

Don't know what to write at a time like this.........

Can't find the words........

Today we've all lost friends.....

My thoughts are with you lads.....

My thoughts are with your familys.....

Rest well

Stall.........Very very sad Ex AE

[TAC Queen]

God bless and take care of them, they will be joining some very good company indeed.
My wife and I send our deepest condolences to the families.

[SIT head]

Deeply saddened. The deepest sympathies from those of us at Waddington to the families, friends and collegues of all those lost. Incredibly sad news.

Mr & Mrs SH - Ex 201

[blackwithwhitestripe]

i dont what to say i am shocked and utterly devastated. my families thoughts are with the families of our lost colleagues

[markerboy]

Sky news is running a story of the nimrod that has gone down in afgahnistan. My thoughts go out to the friends and family of the crew involved. I have lost good friends today. May their sacrifice not be in vain. ISK is a sadder place for the loss of these fine people.

Why is it the rags feel the need to claim victory when families grieve

You are in our thoughts.

[scribbler614]

Desperately sad news. The media row can wait for another day.
Just want to salute 14 brave people, and deepest sympathies to all those whose lives will be the poorer for their loss.

[matt_hooks]

I (http://news.bbc.co.uk/1/hi/world/south_asia/5308622.stm) originally posted in the general section.

From an outsider looking in, this is a terribly sad day for the whole country, not just the military!

My thoughts, and the thoughts of every right thinking person in the country, go out to the families of the brave men and women who have today made the ultimate sacrifice to defend their country!

Cold comfort, but they went out doing something they loved!

So sad!

[Dani]

... Taliban are claiming it was brought down by one of their stingers!

I read the same statement from our local press agency. Are the Taliban thought to have Stingers now or is Stinger a general expression for shoulder fired anti-aircraft rockets now? <confused>

Dani

[reddeathdrinker]

Nothing yet, I don't get back up to Kinloss till Monday.

An utter tragedy for all at Kinloss. We have had an excellent flight safety record, the last Nimrod loss was at Toronto in 1995.

[Spiro]

Words cannot express my thoughts at this time.

RIP to my fellow aircrew brothers and sincerest condolences to their families.

[Broughton Belle]

Heartbroken

My condolences to all family and friends.

R.I.P

[ANAPROP]

A very sad day.
God speed dear friends and colleagues.
My sincere condolences to your families.
RIP
Anaprop

[bwfg3]

RIP guys,

And my sincere condolences to the families and all at Kinloss.

Andy and Jean, Cranwell

[vintage ATCO]

My deepest sympathy to the families, friends and workmates, and all of you in the mil. Thank you for what you do. A wretched day.

[LFFC]

Please keep this thread for tributes and condolences.

Everyone involved with ISK should know how sad we all are for them, and of how proud we are of them.

[fergineer]

Condolences from an ex Kipper fleet FE......Far away but still it hurts when I hear of losses like this......Chin up ISK RIP those who lost their lives.

[RAF_Techie101]

Know many people serving on the flying squadrons here at Kinloss. Condolences to all and deepest sympathies.

Nimrod Liney, father ex-Nimrod Wet man

[Yellow Sun]

Our thoughts tonight are with those they leave behind.

YS
42Sqn

[bluesilk]

Like many others I do not have the words to express my great sorrow on this most awful day.
You are all in my prayers and may those left behind be granted the strength to carry on. God Bless you all.
Ex 42

[Nignog]

I heard the news with shock and deep sadness. My thoughts and condolences are with all at ISK tonight.

[trap one]

Words can never give enough comfort for those left behind. But thoughts and sympathy from many people are with all the relatives.

Trap One

[Dave Angel]

Devastated, can't believe this has happened to our family again!
Our thoughts and prayers go out to all.
You will not be forgotten, may you rest in peace.


Dave and Mrs Angel.
(201)

[mbga9pgf]

My thoughts tonight are with all those in pain on this dreadful day. I shall raise my glass tonight towards those that are no longer with us.

[ppf]

Thoughts and condolences to all those affected.
RIP.
ppf

[Severance]

My thoughts and feelings to all concerned.
I raise a glass to our fallen.

[martine]

Very sad and my condolences to all.

What would a nimrod be doing in Afganistan anyway? I thought they were maritime reconaissence/anti-sub.

[k1rb5]

My thoughts are firmly with all of our brothers and sisters at ISK.

K1rb5

[Wedge]

This is quite appalling.

Sincere condolences to family, friends and colleagues of the dead.

[Ducksbill]

Another very sad day. My thoughts go out to those left behind with condolences to all and deepest sympathies. The "Mighty Hunter", Gods speed my friends.

[smugley]

My thoughts and prayers for the families and friends.

RIP

[SirToppamHat]

Heartfelt condolences to the families of all.

RIP

STH

[cooheed]

Thank you Smugley, I am here at Kinloss and everyone is hurting

[Zeibart]

Prayers, thoughts and deepest sympathies go out to the families, friends and loved ones of our fallen comrades, especially the ISK community, and also those of the 2 other Servicemen.

RIP and know that those you leave will be cared for totally.

Through the tears, we salute you, heroes all.

Zeibart

[messybeast]

My respects to those who have been lost and my condolences to their families and friends.

[smugley]

cooheed. Us too.

[Safety_Helmut]

I am shocked by this news.

My thoughts to all involved, family, friends and colleagues.

Safety_Helmut

ex Nimrod Ground Crew

[MReyn24050]

My sincere condolences to all families and friends of those who have lost their lives today.

[flyboy007]

Condolences to all involved and affected.
Indeed another tragic day. What more can I say?!

[cooheed]

Smugley, I have no words, just tears in my eyes

[Mead Pusher]

Just heard. Terrible news. A real kick in the gut.

There are no words that will help, but my thoughts go out to everyone affected by this.

[ORAC]

The Verdicts

Not in the thick of the fight,
Not in the press of the odds,
Do the heroes come to their height,
Or we know the demi-gods.

That stands over till peace.
We can only perceive
Men returned from the seas,
Very grateful for leave.

They grant us sudden days
Snatched from their business of war;
But we are too close to appraise
What manner of men they are.

And, whether their names go down
With age-kept victories,
Or whether they battle and drown
Unreckoned, is hid from our eyes.

They are too near to be great,
But our children shall understand
When and how our fate
Was changed, and by whose hand.

Our children shall measure their worth.
We are content to be blind . . .
But we know that we walk on a new-born earth
With the saviours of mankind.

Rudyard Kipling

[riffraf]

The life that I have

Is all that I have

And the life that I have

Is yours



The love that I have

Of the life that I have

Is yours, and yours and yours.



A sleep I shall have

A rest I shall have

Yet death will be but a pause.



For the peace of the years

In the long green grass

Will be yours, and yours and yours



For the families, friends and colleagues. x

[ARangeCentreExpand]

I am so sad today to hear of this massive loss.
My sympathies go out to the families, friends and collegues of those lost today.

[the_flying_cop]

my simple thoughts to those involved and to the dear families of those that have paid the ultimate price for us.

TFC

[Ginseng]

Just seen this sad news. It rather puts my usual posts in their proper perspective. The rest has all been said.

RIP

Ginseng

[White Noise]

Thoughts and deepest sympathy to the families who have lost loved ones, but also to the rest of ISK who i know from 11 years ago to the day will be all pulling together to support each other. you are in our thoughts down south.
And not forgetting our guys and girls out there that would rather be back with thier families. god speed you all.

ex 120/9, 51

RIP

[ZH875]

Sincere condolences to the families of these brave boys.

No words can be said, that state what I feel.

RIP.

[Wee Jock McPlop]

So sorry to hear of this sad news. My thoughts and prayers go to the families concerned. Rest in peace guys and God bless.

WJMcP

P.S. Stop the speculation. It does no-one any favours.

[c130jbloke]

As you rest in peace, you willl never be forgotten.

C130JB

[flipster]

Mighty Hunters, I salute you all. Tonight, you sleep safe in Valhallah.

God Bless the families.

Flip

[Madonminis]

It is with sadness that I heard the news. Knowing how close the community is at Kinloss I offer my thoughts and prayers to all the family and friends of the crew in Afghanistan, and the marine and soldier flying with them.

God bless them all.

[nigegilb]

Deep sadness, disbelief, sympathy to families, friends, partners. Terrible days ahead.

NG

[D-IFF_ident]

The thoughts of the family D-IFF_ident are with those of the fallen.

We wait in quiet contemplation to hear the names.

Tragic.

[L1011GE]

From all in the Ge section on the Tristar I send condolences to all the Families involved, personally I worked with the Mr2 in Asi earlier this year, what a great bunch they were, our thoughts are with you.

[Navajo8686]

I am a non-Military man with military friends....I feel for the loved ones left behind to mourn those who are brave enough to do the things that I wouldn't.

RIP

Nav

[seven4mankind]

Terrible, terrible news of such a huge loss of personnel.

My prayers are with all those souls lost today, and all those professionals left behind trying to continue with their task in the midst of grief.

Prayers for all loved ones waiting to hear any news.

God's Speed x

[Yeller_Gait]

My greatest symathies to all families directly connected and everyone else at Kinloss. My heart is heavy yet again with the loss of another crew.

Y_G

(ex 201)

[kipper fleet ge]

Heartfelt gratitude to all who have posted in this thread from all here at Kinloss.
Still a bit numb at the moment.
Pray for them and the loved ones at home tonight.

[thunderbird7]

Gutted. Condolences to all the families left behind.

Ex 201, 51

[GOLF-INDIA BRAVO]

As a civvi I would just like to say that in our family we are so proud of what you guys are doing out there and feel every fatality personally
Our son was training in the Royal Corp of Signals until he was injured in a fall and had to leave. He had already been warned that he would have been going to Afghanistan on completeion of his training


G-I-B

[London Mil]

It is impossible to describe one's thoughts at such a time. To those at ISK, I'm sure that, in the finest military tradition, you will do the absolute best for you friends.

[Finrider]

Sincerest condolences from someone at the other Moray base. My thoughts are with families, friends and colleagues.

Finrider

[Jobza Guddun]

My sincerest condolences to all those touched by this sad news.

Per Ardua Ad Astra

[FJJP]

My thoughts are with the families left behind by this tragic event.

Please, no speculation - wait for further official statements as to the probable cause.

A sad day at RAF Kinloss, where I know so many Maritime guys.

RiP..

[Stitchbitch]

Saw the news on sky out here, jumped to Herc and Chinney conclusions...we are gutted here and feel so sorry for all involved,Condolences to all the families.

aerosquip 1

[Pilot Pacifier]

So so sorry to hear this tragic news. My thoughts go out to all their families and friends...

RIP, Godspeed...

[wettie]

Hi im about to move to kinloss as a wet man, All the lads/gals here feel and mourne the terible loss of life out there...

This sort of happening brings home the dangers that the services face everyday...

deepest regrets.......

[Mighty Norman]

Jesus!
There on 120 last time....11 years to the day!
Thoughts and prayers with all concerned

Numb!

[pjumbo]

My thoughts go out to the families, friends and all those close, in this very sad time.
pjumbo

[TacTrucker]

My thoughts are with all at Kinloss tonight. The Boys are in a better place now......

Tactrucker

[Joe Black]

At Kinloss and it is a very sad, eerie place right now. My thoughts go out to all the 14 guys' families - this place won't be the same without them.
R.I.P.

[seafuryfan]

Sending thoughts and condolences from the SH Force to all those affected by this tragedy, particularly families and friends, and The Kipper Fleet.

RIP

[The Gorilla]

Another very sad day with a loss of brave people. They died in the service of their country miles from home, gone but never forgotten. They and all the families will be in my prayers.

TG ex FE

[moggi]

Deepest felt sympathies for all the family and friends, tragic news.

[Mighty Norman]

...and to all you folks sat in a Paradigm portakabin somewhere hot (if it's open) .....I can't even imagine your feelings.....I hope YOUR families have been put right.........fekkin gutted boys......lets hope they kept the bar open!

WTF K!

[Ops and Mops]

:sad:

Words cannot describe how I felt when I heard the news this evening...needless to say the first words out of my mouth were "Oh F*ck".

My thoughts and prayers are with the families of those involved, and with all those at and formerly of the Kipper Fleet who are all bracing themselves for the next release of news.

Kinloss will be such a different place when I return next week......

[Doctor Cruces]

Very sad day.

Mrs Cruces and I send our sincere condolences to all the families and friends of those lost today.

We are both extremely proud of what you folks are doing all over the world.

Doc C

[ProcATCO]

As an ex 42 dry man words cannot express my feelings at this time. Gutted doesnt even come close. I have been out of the kipper fleet 19 years but have many happy memories of my time on the "brown bomber".

Sincerest sympathies to all at Kinloss, especially the families of those lost this terrible day.

May they rest in peace.

:( :sad:

[nan2002]

We will Remember them.

Do not go gentle into that good night.
Rage, rage against the dying of the light.

[Grimweasel]

Such tragic news..... heart felt condolances to all at ISK.

At the sounding of the last post............. we will remember them.

[Mad_Mark]

I sit here, a grown man with tears in my eyes at the loss of friends.

Rest in peace

MadMark!!! :mad:

[nav attacking]

:sad:
Words cannot describe how I felt when I heard the news this evening...needless to say the first words out of my mouth were "Oh F*ck".


Likewise...

I have had the greatest of pleasure to fly with at least 4 of the crew, you will be sadly missed.

My thoughts now are with all of the families they leave behind. It is a very sad loss for the Kinloss community as a whole.

[Squirrel 41]

Deep regrets, terrible news.

Heart goes out to the families at ISK and elsewhere.

RIP

S41

[Champagne Anyone?]

I am so, so, sorry.


For once, I'm lost for words.

RIP guys!







Take care, we will miss you all.

C.A. xx

[SpringbokDreamer]

Love and heart felt wishes to the Families and friends involved in this terrible accident.
.......and to all Servicemen and Women, Served and Serving, who continue to make me proud...
I Thank You ALL........

[TheKittyHolder]

I am at a loss for words,

But then words are of little comfort at this time.

Our thoughts and condolences to friends and families of those lost

[Spacer]

My thoughts are with those left behind. God speed.

[jumpseater]

http://i29.photobucket.com/albums/c270/2012images/crop0002.jpg


If I should die, think only this of me:
That there's some corner of a foreign field
That is for ever England.


I've never used this image before, today it seems appropriate.


RIP

[L J R]

Nice touch Jumpseat.

RIP to all..

[barnstormer1968]

so so sorry to hear the news, sat hear with tears streaming down my face, i took the queens shilling to fight the foe, but i am beside myself tonight. If only the masses really knew what you brave lads and lasses really had to endure to fight for my and all our freedom to sit and type on our PC's. them the entire UK would demand your recognigition as true heroes, god bless you and hope for your peace in heaven, I am sick of Tony Blair's B*llocks, and wish only that you could have been spared. But all my heart felt thanks, and gratitute for your loyal service, and god felt apology for the crap new labour have left your wives and families in. At least I am in your debt, and totally humbled by your efforts. I cant say any more!!

[deltanav]

Our thoughts are with the families of the Nimrod crew and their colleagues who died in Afghanistan today doing their duty in a place far from home.

[wg13_dummy]

Utter disaster. Tragic.

Deepest condolences to those affected.

[njptvr]

As a civilian trainee pilot i have the utmost respect for the armed forces servicemen and women who do an incredible job in what i can only imagine to be the hardest conditions.
This loss of life is tragic and my most heart felt thoughts go out to the famlies and friends who now have to come to terms with this.
May they all rest in peace and have our enduring respect and gratitude for their sacrifice.
NJP

[Trevor Ities]

Our thoughts are with the families and friends of those who lost their lives doing what they did best. :(

[BlueWolf]

Utmost respect, and condolences to all those known and loved.

[Chugalug2]

Terrible, terrible news. Our thoughts now for those who have been left behind. At the going down of the sun and in the morning we will remember them, we will remember them.

[The late XV105]

We have had an excellent flight safety record, the last Nimrod loss was at Toronto in 1995.

My blood ran cold when I read of this tragedy, and colder still when I realised it was eleven years to the exact day since Toronto.

My thoughts with those that perished and those they left behind.

[fantom]

Oh, Jumpseater,
Thank you. I wish I could have posted that.
God bless those lost and those who remain.
Dammit.

[Roadster280]

My thoughts are with the fallen and those who are alone after the tragic loss, whether family, friends or colleagues.

RIP.

[Kalman Filter]

Totally numb.

Our thoughts are with those they left behind.

"Oh, I have slipped the surly bonds of earth
and danced the skies on laughter-silvered wings.
Sunward I've climbed, and joined the tumbling
mirth of sun-split clouds, and done a hundred
things you have not dreamed of - wheeled
and soared and swung high in the sunlit silence.
Hovr'ring there, I've chased the shouting wind along,
and flung my eager craft through footless halls of air.

Up, up, the long, delirious, burning blue,
I've topped the windswept heights with easy grace
where never lark, or even eagle flew.
And while with silent, lifting mind I've trod
the high untrespassed sanctity of space,
put out my hand, and touched the face of God."

[reynoldsno1]

Deepest respects to those who fell so far from home....
Deepest sympathy to those loved ones and friends left behind....

r1 - ex 203, 201

[Charlie Luncher]

Sitting on the other side of the world I awoke once more to learn of lost friends my thoughts go out to the families and those left behind.

I know it is a loss again to the Sqn I wish I could be there to grieve with you.
I think I will be very drunk very soon.
Rest easy fellas happy hour in heaven will rock tonight.
Charlie sends

[US Herk]

Shocked - thoughts to all - family, friends, comrades in arms.

[Ray Dahvectac]

Devastating news.

All of our thoughts and prayers tonight are for the 14 who perished doing their duty, and for those left behind at Kinloss and elsewhere around the world who will be touched by this tragedy.

Farewell guys - RIP.

[Vortex what...ouch!]

Truly sorry.
God speed gentlemen.
Weeping tonight.

[AndyDRHuddleston]

I don't know anyone involved, but I feel an incredible sense of loss.

Onwards and upwards my fellow country men, your time and effort will not go unmissed.

ADRH

[Testingtheseatlimit]

My deepest sympathies to all of those who have been left behind and Godspeed to you Gallant Men on your way to a better place. Another sad day for us all. RIP.

Testing

[Capt Widebody]

My thoughts to loved ones, families, friends, the Sqn and all at ISK. Three of us from 201, 120 and 206 all raised a sad but proud glass in York tonight to the departed.
Rest in Peace, all of you brave, committed and professional souls.
CW.

[Crash alot]

all thoughts with the familys of the brave crew,

they wont be forgoten

[Kaptain Kipper]

Ex 42, CXX, 206, 201. Kinloss has been my life for the last 10 years. Heartfelt condolences to families, friends, and all affected in the local community.

Rest in Peace boys in the great scruffs bar in the sky. You will be sorely missed and forever remembered.

[jonsp12]

God speed & R.I.P. and heart felt thoughts to friends and family

We will remember them

[J.A.F.O.]

Don't know any of the details as I've just heard the news but my thoughts are with those left behind at Kinloss and elsewhere.

R.I.P.

J.A.F.O. (Ex 206)

[Swept]

The banter is high between fleets in the bar but it is comforting to see us pulling together in our thoughts and prayers now.

From 8 miles down the road I wish you Godspeed fellow aviators and hope, as a military family, we can provide your families some support and comfort.

[k1rb5]

There were many raised glasses in Charlie's bar, Altus AFB, OK, USA, to our absent friends tonight.

To absent friends.

RIP

K1rb5

[Well Travelled Nav]

I am beside myself. Ever since I heard the news last night I have thought of little else but the poor souls onboard. This is a time where I wished I lived in so that we could all get together and raise a toast to you all in the right way.

The best years of my RAF career were at Kinloss and my condolences go out to all the families and friends of the guys/girls that were involved.

WTN (Ex 206)

[BATS]

I hoped I would never see such headlines again - My heart goes out to the families left behind...... At times like this words are inadequate !

RIP



Ex Nav 42,120,201 & 206

[wokkawokka]

To the families, wives, children,mums and dads, bothers and sisters, loved ones, friends and work colleagues - I am so very sorry and my thoughts are with you.

If there is any consolation the crews of the kipper fleet are doing a very real and worthwhile job in Afghanistan at the moment and I can personally say that I (as well as the AH boys) certainly owe alot of the provision ISTAR and SA to the Nimrod capability (a certain Op will forever stick in my mind!) which hopefully not only has protected other airborne types, but also the lads/lasses on the ground in the Platoon Houses and on the Ops.

I am so very sorry.

[MrBernoulli]

May the 'sunlit halls' welcome them all. Per Ardua - RIP.

[Nomad72]

Deepest condolences to all. My thoughts are with those families, colleagues and ground crew left behind at this dreadful dreadful time. God speed.

[Wayitup]

They came in the evening, then, and found Ionathan gliding
peaceful and alone through his beloved sky. The two gulls that
appeared at his wings were pure as starlight, and the glow from
them was gentle and friendly in the high night air. But most
lovely of all was the skill with which they flew, their wingtips
moving a precise and constant inch from his own. Without a word,
Jonathan put them to his test, a test that no gull had ever
passed. He twisted his wings, slowed to a single mile per hour
above stall. The two radiant birds slowed with him, smoothly,
locked in position. They knew about slow flying.
He folded his wings, rolled and dropped in a dive to a hundred
ninety miles per hour. They dropped with him, streaking down in
flawless formation.
At last he turned that speed straight up into a long vertical
slow-roll. They rolled with him, smiling.
He recovered to level flight and was quiet for a time before he
spoke. "Very well," he said, "who are you?"
"We're from your Flock, Jonathan. We are your brothers." The
words were strong and calm. "We've come to take you higher, to
take you home."
"Home I have none. Flock I have none. I am Outcast. And we fly
now at the peak of the Great Mountain Wind. Beyond a few hundred
feet, I can lift this old body no higher."
"But you can Jonathan. For you have learned. One school is
finished, and the time has come for another to begin."
As it had shined across him all his life, so understanding
lighted that moment for Jonathan Seagull. They were right. He
could fly higher, and it was time to go home.
RIP

[speeddial]

They were British so would not have left us without a struggle, RIP.

[RUCAWO]

On behalf of myself and the cadets from my ATC Sqn who spent an enjoyable week at Kinloss at Easter our thoughts are with the station and especially the families.
RIP

[LookDownAndSmile]

My sincere condolences to the families, friends and colleagues of those brave men that were lost. My heart, and prayers, go out to you.


RIP

[Someonesmrs]

This is the only place I can offer my condolences, and I am off to church shortly where I will offer my prayers for the brave guys who died yesterday. They have my deepest respect and thanks for the sacrifice they were prepared to and did make. God bless you all and comfort your families. Thoughts with all at Kinloss too in your great loss.

[anya mutha]

Our thoughts are with those left behind.
A raised glass from the other side of the world for those that have gone.
RIP.

[YellowBelly]

Dreadful news. Sincere condolences to all the families. RIP

[Colonal Mustard]

Trappist , This IS the section for condolonces, The Comments area IS here http://www.pprune.org/forums/showthread.php?t=242005

Try and have a bit of savvy and not get into a slanging match with the moderator who is doing just that, Moderating what he/she believes is not suitable for this post and try searching before posting:ok:


Moderator, please can you remove this post after a few hours but leave the link somewhere so others get the message..cheers

[green granite]

It must be a very sad time for the relatives and other people at Kinloss my thoughts go out to you all.

[duncand]

So so sorry to hear the dreadfull news. my wife and I send there sincerest condolences to the families at Kinloss and to the other families involved.

[Doptrack]

Just heard the dreaful news.

RIP - My thoughts are with those at ISK

Doptrack
Civvie working with ISK for 20 years

[toothpic]

Having spent a fantastic day on a Nimrod on an ASuW exercise flying out of Sola in Norway a few years ago, I can only pass on my condolences to family friends and colleagues of those lost in this terrible accident.
I marvelled then at the crews levels of professionalism and their love for the aircraft, and also their keen sense of humour. I am sure the camaraderie I witnessed first hand will help you all come to terms with your loss.

Deepest sympathy to you all,
Kev Ex RN

[Arctic Tern]

My deepest condolences and very best wishes to all the families and colleagues of these brave men. God speed.

AT

[SARREMF]

I have only just found out about this.

My deepest condolences go out to the families of the crew involved.

As ex Nimrods I know that their colleagues left behind will pull together to help the familes through this as best they can.

A sad sad day.

[cymruflier]

I am a civvie (but with many service connections) and follow Pprune avidly. The most recent loss in Afgahnistan has moved me to join and to make a post.

There are many like me who admire you all as one of the last bastions of excellence and dedicated service left in our country.

We know that your sacrifices are made on our behalf and we feel your losses deeply.

[jwcook]

My sincerest condolences to the families..

Rest in Peace

[Ivor Fynn]

Worked with a number of kipper bods during my time at Lossie and elsewhere. Heart goes out to families and friends and all at Kinloss.

Another sad waste.

Ivor fynn:( :( :(

[greenhaven]

Another sad day. Heartfelt condolences sent up to the families and friends left behind, from the Wafus at the other end of the country.

Remember the good times chaps.

Greeenhaven

[tablet_eraser]

Just saw the news conference from Kinloss. In spite of the media relentlessy trying to pin some sort of blame on the entire fleet, continually asking questions about serviceability and whether the fleet would be grounded, both the Stn Cdr and OC 120 Sqn staged a dignified, respectful and honest press conference.

Well done, Sirs, and good luck for the days ahead.

Once again, my thoughts and prayers are with my friends and colleagues at Kinloss.

[mad eng]

Rest In Peace friends.

[CLOUD999]

I heard the news last night and was shocked! I was a pilot on 120SQN 11 years ago to the day and know just how devastating this is for all ...relatives, friends, workmates and everybody involved with the station. In particular my thoughts are with the family left behind. Good luck with the days and months ahead, the wounds will heal eventually and you will be left with memories of good times with good people.

I left the RAF 10 years ago and there is not a week goes by that I dont remember the guys we lost in Toronto, but good memories not sad.

To all at Kinloss I offer my condolancies, and my thoughts are with all you guys and girls in the kipper fleet, unsung heros, doing a difficult job in difficult times.

[Mr Blake]

A deeply sad and tragic day for all of us, and my thoughts are of course with the family of those lost.

[rudekid]

Godspeed all.

120 Sqn will do you all proud.

Tough times ahead I'm sure, thoughts are with you.

[Samsam]

Been up there, flown on the Hunters. All great guys, deepest sympathies to anyone and everyone affected

RIP

[RFCC]

Deepest sympathy to all the friends and relatives.

RIP guys

[RudolphHucker]

Deepest sympathy to all involved at ISK. Let us not forget the families of the two other servicemen who were on board working in what was to them an alien environment.

RIP Guys

[Jackonicko]

Deepest sympathies and condolences from an aviation/defence journo, especially to friends at ISK, and to ex-Kipper mates now at Warton and Waddington.

Most of us feel just the same about such tragic losses as most servicemen, and it would be a shame to open divisions where none exist.

[ShortfinalFred]

Desperately sad news. Thoughts and prayers for all the families involved, and for all at RAF KINLOSS. Respect, pride and gratitude to all our Servicemen and Women on duty around the world and, in particular, in the Middle East.

[Bootleg]

Ex 201 Sqn mate. I heard about the incident whilst down route last night. I feel sick. This is an awful loss of life for Kinloss to endure.

My deepest thoughts and prayers go out to all the families involved.

Godspeed to my friends, I'm sure you're in a better place now.

[snafu]

Deepest possible symapthies from me and Mrs snafu.

Once again, all three services are in mourning today - RIP to all of you.

[Tombstone]

Deepest condolences to all involved, a truly terrible event which will be felt by us all.

Per Ardua

RIP

[FE Hoppy]

Deepest sympathies and condolences to all.

Ex 201 FE.

[bracketsew]

my thoughts are with you all, terrible news which noone ever wishes to hear, my condolencies especially go out to the friends and family and everyone on 120, tough times and sad news.

we will remember them

(ew)

[SmilingKnifed]

Having been away this weekend I've only just been told the terrible news.

God speed to all those lost. Thoughts and prayers with their families and all at ISK.

Per Ardua Ad Astra

SK

[Ivan Rogov]

Devastating news, I am gutted.
All thoughts are with the families of friends.

RIP guys.

[JAG3]

RIP Guys

Condolences to families involved:ok:

[Sailor Vee]

Completely gutted at the news, 'Rescue 51' is always a welcome voice when we're over the atlantic.

RIP

[Jemma H]

Deepest sympathy to the friends and family of the brave, and to all those at RAF Kinloss. My heart goes out to you all. RIP

[scpc]

I will raise a glass to them tonight.

[white-with-one]

Condolances to families and friends of those involved, and to the guys of the Kinloss sqns.
From a fellow MPA-er

[CrossOver]

As a former 206 Sqn navigator, I would like to add my deepest sympathies to the families of the 120 Sqn crew who lost their lives yesterday. I have today discovered that some of those on board are friends with whom I have had the honour and pleasure to work. Although I am now 'converted' to a life of AT, I remember my times at Kinloss with pride and affection, and cannot begin to imagine what it must be like there today.

I am now off to the pub to raise a glass to them.

CrossOver

[stbd beam]

Rest in Peace friends, I can't understand that I'll never see you again.

[jollygreenfunmachine]

Sitting here sad and angry as more of our friends, colleagues and loved ones are taken away from us again. My upmost and heart felt condolencies to all the families and everyone at Kinloss. Yet again all 3 services seemed to have been affected, tragic. I hope Mr Blair has the decency to be at Brize when the crew return and look into the eyes of every single family member and say sorry!

Wherever you are in the heavens above, I know that yours is a journey that ended too soon, and that yours were lives that will be remembered by us all. I am sure that as you walk the heavenly halls you will have earned your wings again, but this time they will be golden.

Farewell our friends.

[MightyGem]

Condolences to all those involved, both at home and away. A sad day. :(

[neilmac]

As ex Kinloss and worked with Nimrods in Gib/Iraq my thoughts and prayers with families and friends of the crew. Kinloss is a geat station and I am sure everybody will pull together and show strength through this difficult time.

A raised glass for the crew

NM

[happy eater]

I still can't believe what has happened. My thoughts and deepest sympathy goes out to all relatives and to the rest of the guys on 120 and at Kinloss.
RIP
(ex 201)

[KipperNav]

Having only left Kinloss recently, I am absolutely shocked by the news. I can't comprehend that I will never see some of the guys again.
I wish I could say something to comfort all those at ISK, especially family and friends. As I sit here with tears running down my face, I pray that you all have the support and strength to take each day at a time, to try to come to terms with this tragic loss.
God bless you all, RIP.
KipperNav (ex CXX)

[Magp1e]

We died and never knew
But well or ill - -freedom - we died for you
And left the vivid air signed with our honour
RIP

[Roland Pulfrew]

We died and never knew
But well or ill - -freedom - we died for you
And left the vivid air signed with our honour
RIP

Nice one Magp1e.

As ex-kipper fleet my thoughts are with all at Kinloss. RIP chaps.

Mr & Mrs Pulfrew

[Talk Wrench]

At this moment, flying from my apartment window is a Union Jack. It is flown with pride. My neighbours have commented on the tragic incident that has unfolded over the last 24+ hours.They understnd why Our flag is flying from my window. I offer my condolences to the families who have lost loved ones and my neighbours have asked me to send theirs as well.

Godspeed Men, we are with you as you are with us.

Hat off, head bowed, flying our flag, immensely proud.

Talk Wrench.

[It's Not Working]

They shall grow not old, as we that are left grow old;
Age shall not weary them, nor the years condemn.
At the going down of the sun and in the morning
We will remember them.

[kippermate]

It's been said before but, in my opinion, worth repeating. Let's not forget the other Servicemen who will be joining the Nimrod crew in the Scruff's Bar in the sky.

RIP

kipper

:sad:

[Mightycrewseven]

Gutted :( Many friends lost, but many memories remain. RIP boys.

[SidHolding]

RIP guys. Myself and a bunch of other lads who left Kinloss in the last few years are having a few drinks in your respect tonight.

Deepest sympathy to families.

Sid.

[roush]

Sad Sad news.

So sorry for everyone involved. Just received an email from one of the wives telling us of the loss of her husband. Just numb.

Mr and Mrs Rolfy Ex 206

[moosemaster]

Only just heard.

More friends lost, but thank you for doing what you did so well. You will not be forgotten.

[WhiteOvies]

To all those effected Mrs Ovies and my thoughts are with you.
Words are not really enough but hopefully give some comfort.
RIP

[Rudolph Hucker]

Condolences to all they leave behind...those of us who know what such ops involve, and what has gone before, particularly appreciate what they have given to the UK and the Crown.

[Navaleye]

I have just got back into the country and have heard the news. I can only add my own thoughts to all the words that have been said here. Terrible news.

[SWSB]

Have not been able to get on line until now. Such sad news - has knocked the wind out of my sails.:(

RIP to you all

To the families - My thoughts go out to all of you at Kinloss and to those who lived further afield. I hope that you can come to realise that you all have the love and support of more than you could ever hope to know.

SWSB - AEOp ex 206