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In 1987 I was a LCpl in the R SIGNALS employed at the JOC Radio Hut now RADCON. I was 19 at the time and remember the 27 Feb as a hot sunny day; I was sat outside catching the sun and waiting for the Tristar to depart. The Chinook which I saw the previous day being repaired flew over me and then departed South.
Today, I am a Major in the R SIGNALS aged 47 and led a small commemorative party to the crash site to pay my respects. The memorial is now well maintained, we cleaned the brass plate and signed the new visitors book. We held a short service and then departed. The RAF Seaking managed a flypast which was great. I did this, because the crash for me had a lasting memory and not many in the Falklands today are aware of the tragedy. I wanted to make sure that the day was not forgotten. I have some photographs if anyone wishes to see them.
Best regards and they have been remembered in 2015.
Nick Wood
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