We needed a reminder that air safety, especially in the ATC world, is not something to be taken lightly. We didn't need this reminder, but we have it now.
May I appeal to all colleagues involved in air transport, whether regulation, operation, airline, ATC service provider, from the lowliest tyro to the Chief Pilot, from the ATSA loading strips to the ATC service Director, to remind themselves of this next time they think about cutting a corner, launching an ill-advised initiative, or papering over a crack.
A truly terrible accident. My sympathies and condolences, and those of Mrs NorthernSky and the family, to all concerned.
There are more stars in tonight's northern sky. Let them shine brightly.