Leeds Bradford ‘Salutes’ Retiring KLM Pilot
25 July 2003
Captain Murray Addison has been a pilot with KLM since 1989 and last week made his final touchdown at Leeds Bradford Airport, as he embarks on a new journey in to retirement.
While he was saying his farewells to depart Amsterdam Schipol Airport, Leeds Bradford was busy preparing a real surprise for Murray upon his arrival.
As Flight KL1543 landed at LBA a staggering 20 minutes ahead of schedule, Murray was greeted with two airport fire tenders which created an amazing arch of water over the Fokker 100 Jet, he gave a royal wave through the cockpit window to show his appreciation.
Once the aircraft had parked Murray emerged and was given a bouquet of flowers as he commented.
“ As I departed Amsterdam this evening the Dutch Air Traffic control all said their good-byes to me over the radio, to arrive here at Leeds Bradford to such an amazing send off is excellent. I would like to thank all those involved in arranging this super send off and all those I have worked with over the years.”
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