Duncan, I feel for your loss, my condolences to all families and friends.
Although honourable, you may want to edit your last post to remove the "deceased" persons name, as the media etc. do frequent the forums. If it is public knowledge with the families consent then I am sorry for sticking my nose in.
As you mentioned let yiur loss drive you to being all that you can be especially a great pilot.
Regards,
Servo