I left CXX and Kinloss after 5yrs on the Tues and then the dreadful news reached me on Sat. My head and heart is still with all of Kinloss, and is likely to be for some time. I knew them all, some better than others, and no words can describe my feelings at present.
I knew Leigh (the Hoff) very well. We were a Nav team for some time, and I couldn't have asked for better support as a new Capt. I will always remember him as a solid nav with so much potential,who always did more than he was asked. Flying with him was a joy. I will remember him as a true friend and gent. He will live on in my memories of our trip to NZ and on Ops. We had some top times mate, it was an honour. Rest easy.