Airliners.net General Manager Killed at SMO
The head of Airliners.net, Paulo Emanuele was killed in a plane crash yesterday. Here is the announcement as presented over there.
It is with deep regret that we announce that the head of the site, Paulo Emanuele, was killed in a plane crash here in Santa Monica just a short while ago.
From an executive at DM:
" ... Dear Airliners Crew,
It is with the deepest sorrow that I let know Paulo died this evening in a tragic plane crash. His plane took off out of Santa Monica Airport at 5:00 PM and lost power. Paulo attempted to return to the airport, but the plane crashed on the runway. This is all we know at this time, as I hear more I will let you all know. I know many of you were dear friends with Paulo.
Paulo loved Airliners and everything it stood for.
Paulo was an amazing Pilot, an amazing photographer, an amazing friend, and an amazing father.
He will be deeply missed ... "
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Sad news indeed.