I thought I recognised the name but it wasn't 'til I saw the photo (Thanks Tigger) that I realised I'd flown with him at OBA too in Dec 05. He was a revelation after my other instructor (pretty crap) and I learned more from him in a few hours than in the previous twenty! He did a superb job of knockong me into shape and giving me the confidence to complete my night rating, as night flying, I am happy to admit, initially put the wind up me, thanks to him, I find it a pleasure now.
He was a brilliant teacher, friendly, cool, calm and knowledgable with not a hint of the arrogance that I found in some of his colleagues.
Very, very sad.
So long mate, it was an honour and a pleasure to have met you.
dB