Originally Posted by
SpazSinbad
RIP the crew. This is a rumour network - so here goes: "Two junior pilots and two inexperienced loadies, flew into the sea at cruise speed, so I have been told."
I wouldn't call WO2 Joe Paycock - who was awarded the AAAvn's
Soldier of the Year award a few years back when he wore 3 stripes, "inexperienced"... Best you do your own research before you start casting aspersions on the crew by spewing unfounded rumours...
Throughout 2013 Sergeant Laycock was primarily employed as the 171st Aviation Squadron Training Sergeant. Additionally, he was the Senior Qualified Aircrewman Instructor for the squadron. While performing these roles there were periods where he was also temporarily conducting the duties of the Regimental Aircrewman Standards Warrant Officer. This is a noteworthy achievement as very few similarly ranked members could manage the same responsibility. It was through superior knowledge, dedication and an exemplary work ethic that he excelled in all these positions.
Sergeant Laycock’s exceptional standards of professionalism, organisation, and commitment are an inspiration to his peers and subordinates and are in keeping with the highest traditions of the Australian Army.
Inexperienced? Pull ya head in...
