Herc Down (Merged)
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Over 100000 now in less than 50 hours. A measure of (at least) interest, and (almost certainly) sympathy and concern. Humble thanks...
I don't normally reply to these topics; preferring to take time out by myself and reflect...
This time though, I want to reply but cannot think of any adequate words...
So I will simply say that I (as an ex-Chief) am truly and deeply saddened.
This time though, I want to reply but cannot think of any adequate words...
So I will simply say that I (as an ex-Chief) am truly and deeply saddened.
I don't own this space under my name. I should have leased it while I still could
Crashes have a nasty habit of happening to people you know. Was Andy Smith a nav by any chance?
I feel sick anyway but that could make it worse.
I feel sick anyway but that could make it worse.
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My thoughts are with all at Lyneham, especially the families of those involved. Sad times.
Little Bee Eater,
I hope that you get the support that you deserve. We are not always as good as we should be with those not actually related with those involved in accidents. I hope things work out this time.
Little Bee Eater,
I hope that you get the support that you deserve. We are not always as good as we should be with those not actually related with those involved in accidents. I hope things work out this time.
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Guys,
I hope from where you're sitting now you have a clear view of how much you'll be missed and how much we respect the sacrifice you've made.
Was good working with you Bob and I'll be raising a glass to you tonight.
Heartfelt condolences to the families of crew and pax.
A temporarily absent Herc mate
TAS
XXX
I hope from where you're sitting now you have a clear view of how much you'll be missed and how much we respect the sacrifice you've made.
Was good working with you Bob and I'll be raising a glass to you tonight.
Heartfelt condolences to the families of crew and pax.
A temporarily absent Herc mate
TAS
XXX
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I've just got seen the list of the crew lost, and despite posting my initial condolences when I first got told by a mate still at LYE, it has just hit home. I'm not aircrew, but spent two and a half very enjoyable years on the joint ops desk that supported both K sqns. I've lost friends before to flying, but whatever the link, it is still hard when the worst happens. My thoughts are with the families and friends of those I was priviledged to serve with.
God's speed and God Rest Your Souls
God's speed and God Rest Your Souls
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As an ex-Duvet/Re-location Consultant, one is saddened. Whenever this sort of news hits, you hope and pray that it is not someone you know whilst at the same time really feeling for the families that have the worst possible news.
I was on 126 IOT so therefore, if it was the same Steady from "Slaphead" Flight, the remembrance will be doubled tonight. One thing you always take with you from Service is the memories of the characters and the times and the places. So sad that some characters are no longer with us.
Keep the faith.
I was on 126 IOT so therefore, if it was the same Steady from "Slaphead" Flight, the remembrance will be doubled tonight. One thing you always take with you from Service is the memories of the characters and the times and the places. So sad that some characters are no longer with us.
Keep the faith.
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Having just returned from Basrah, I would like to pass on the thoughts and prayers from all out there, to all of the families concerned.
The mood of the whole detachment has been affected by this sudden loss of some of the most jovial, best natured airmen that it has been my privilege to serve alongside.
I am at a loss as to how to best show my sympathy for those left behind. All I can do is do my best to assist in the upcoming investigation when I get back out there.
The mood of the whole detachment has been affected by this sudden loss of some of the most jovial, best natured airmen that it has been my privilege to serve alongside.
I am at a loss as to how to best show my sympathy for those left behind. All I can do is do my best to assist in the upcoming investigation when I get back out there.
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Words just about fail me at times like these but I must say a few words of condolence. My God, how I feel for the families, friends and partners. Over the last few years I have hoped against hope that this day would never come, but I guess we all knew it might. Flown with many of the guys - massive respect for them all. Happy memories, sad, sad loss.
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Regardless of the fact that I'm ex RAF, my heartfelt sympathies go out to the families, friends and colleagues affected by this tragedy.
RIP Guys. You were heroes.
"We will Remember Them"
RIP Guys. You were heroes.
"We will Remember Them"
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I'm not a pilot or in the military, just a one-time OASC candidate who ended up going in another direction. I lived in Wootton Bassett for a year or two and learned to love the Alberts on finals going past my kitchen window. I've moved to Bath since and regularly commute over Salisbury Plain where I usually get a grandstand view of them heading for home from who knows where.
Even with such a tenuous link, I've felt sick to my stomach ever since the news broke and my heartfelt condolences go out to all the family and friends of those involved. Please don't doubt that there are many people in the UK who do appreciate the RAF (and the Army and Navy too), and especially the less-glamorous part that is first-in, last-out and trundling overhead.
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Even with such a tenuous link, I've felt sick to my stomach ever since the news broke and my heartfelt condolences go out to all the family and friends of those involved. Please don't doubt that there are many people in the UK who do appreciate the RAF (and the Army and Navy too), and especially the less-glamorous part that is first-in, last-out and trundling overhead.
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I, too, am ex-Lyneham and 47. I lost friends on XV193 and, during my time as a flt cdr, was so afraid that history could repeat itself.
I am totally flabberghasted and heartbroken. To lose such a great bunch of professional and respected guys will hurt the Sqn, the Stn and the Service as whole but, while Valhallah is richer, we that are left are so much poorer.
More importantly, all our thoughts and prayers are with their families and loved ones and I know everyone on the Sqn and the Station will rally round them and that support, however small, will be invaluable and, of course, rock solid.
God's strength, understanding and compassion to you all.
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I am totally flabberghasted and heartbroken. To lose such a great bunch of professional and respected guys will hurt the Sqn, the Stn and the Service as whole but, while Valhallah is richer, we that are left are so much poorer.
More importantly, all our thoughts and prayers are with their families and loved ones and I know everyone on the Sqn and the Station will rally round them and that support, however small, will be invaluable and, of course, rock solid.
God's strength, understanding and compassion to you all.
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