To John T. Hanley - Open Letter.
John,
You and I have never met, nor did I have the opportunity to meet with your Father, but we are thrice joined by coincidence.
Since that terrible day last week, I have had conversations with two pilots who worked with, or were trained by him, and both remarked their astonishment and deep regret.
Please accept, and pass on to your Family, as well as to the Family in Thailand our deepest condolences.
Please be assured that this unfortunate happening will remain as a point of reference to which most will refer in times of doubt or pressure. Those who deny this reference are destined to history; Lady Luck is a fickle creature.
Please do not hestiate to email should there be the need.
CMW.