I see on the Air Niugini thread:
Retired Captain Peter Sharpe sadly passed away 13.9.09
If true,
Sharpie will be sadly missed by all who knew and worked with him during his life in Papua New Guinea, his sailing and those who knew him through his contribution to PPRuNe and this thread in particular.
Condolences to his wife and brother Doug.
It is indeed a sad day.