As tragic as it was, it is always good to hear from the partner eventually. To Alan's wife, thank-you for posting. It is great reassurance that you understand the helicopter industry, and the unfortunate & tragic loss that can be involved with it. I am sorry for your loss. Alan sounded like a wise knowledgably man, with awesome respect from people here.
I hope everything works out for you in the future. Alan's efforts would have been at the highest level at the time.
"A toast" ... KP