Hello all
There are few who knew him who wouldn't feel saddened by Robin's passing away, especially at such a young age. Yes we are all getting on but these days I hope we all have a good long way to go ahead of us. Although I had more or less fallen out of touch with Robin, I did see him in 2003 when I was visiting from Scotland for a wedding and we had a great laugh together reminiscing about the 80s and Simpson Helicopters/Aviations/Omega etc etc. We even dug through the office drawers and found an ancient address book and scratched each other's heads over who we could remember. Pilots - vendors - staff - investors - they were all there! All the others you mention above were in there. The guys and gals post 80s of course I never knew. Tony K came by the hangar that day and we went to visit John Peacocke. All the memories came flooding back. I know everyone will feel a gap in their lives knowing that Robin is "no longer there", it is truly the end of an era in so many ways. Without a doubt he impacted many many lives and careers. I only wish we could say and write these nice things when the person is still around to read them!
Sincere condolences to friends and family. They broke the mould when they made Robin and I know he will be very much missed.
Great to hear from alpineflyers and Tony, me ol mucka. I've often wondered about you and how you're getting along. Send me a pm when you get a moment you 2.
Vicki