Nimrod plane crash in Afghanistan - Condolences thread (no tech or update info)
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Gutted Shocked & Devestated
First timer as a contributor to PPrune but Ex 120 nav so had to say something. I was shocked and devastated to hear of the news.
I would like to pass on my condolences to the families grieving right now - I have changed this sentance lots of times as I really don't know what to say (unusal for me!) except I am thinking of the guys that gave their life today.
And to those that have left us early - get the beers in for when we all meet again in the Scruffs in the sky - see you soon xx
Gone but most definately will not be not forgotten - you will always be in my thoughts x x
I would like to pass on my condolences to the families grieving right now - I have changed this sentance lots of times as I really don't know what to say (unusal for me!) except I am thinking of the guys that gave their life today.
And to those that have left us early - get the beers in for when we all meet again in the Scruffs in the sky - see you soon xx
Gone but most definately will not be not forgotten - you will always be in my thoughts x x
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My wife and I would like to express our sincerest condolences to all those involved in this tragic event. Our thoughts and prayers are with the families and friends and with those who are still far away from home and hurting-God bless.
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Heard the news yesterday, with the usual uninformed speculation. Only heard late this afternoon that it was an MR2. Thoughts and condolences to all the families. RIP and Godspeed chaps.
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MOD released the names as
Flt Lt Steven Johnson
Flt Lt Leigh Anthony Mitchelmore
Flt Lt Gareth Rodney Nicholas
Flt Lt Allan James Squires
Flt Lt Steven Swarbrick
FS Gary Wayne Andrews
FS Stephen Beattie
FS Gerard Martin Bell
FS Adrian Davis
Sgt Benjamin James Knight
Sgt John Joseph Langton
Sgt Gary Paul Quilliam
L Cpl Oliver Simon Dicketts, Parachute Regiment
Mne Joseph David Windall, Royal Marines
RIP
Flt Lt Steven Johnson
Flt Lt Leigh Anthony Mitchelmore
Flt Lt Gareth Rodney Nicholas
Flt Lt Allan James Squires
Flt Lt Steven Swarbrick
FS Gary Wayne Andrews
FS Stephen Beattie
FS Gerard Martin Bell
FS Adrian Davis
Sgt Benjamin James Knight
Sgt John Joseph Langton
Sgt Gary Paul Quilliam
L Cpl Oliver Simon Dicketts, Parachute Regiment
Mne Joseph David Windall, Royal Marines
RIP
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Deep condolences but good memories.
Have been away from ISK for almost two years now but was good friends with two of the crew and on beer drinking terms with another four. I would like to say a wise thing or two but I can't find the words to get across how I feel. I can only imagine how hard it is for others.
Be sure that we are thinking of the families of all 14 and will anything possible to help in any we can.
I will raise a beer or few when the opportunity presents itself and hope that when I come back, as wet men invariably do, I can stand and be counted as admirably and bravely as you.
Mr and Mrs Shandyman
Be sure that we are thinking of the families of all 14 and will anything possible to help in any we can.
I will raise a beer or few when the opportunity presents itself and hope that when I come back, as wet men invariably do, I can stand and be counted as admirably and bravely as you.
Mr and Mrs Shandyman
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Too much to say -- So little time
My personal experience of the professionalism of Maritime Aircrew was Sharjah in 1968 when we were profoundly grateful for the "SHACK" who "just happened" to be somewhere "in the vicinity" when we were "running out" of legal options. Of course we always managed to comply with the rules - "with a little help from our friends".
Gentleman Aviator
"Too full already is the grave, of fellows who were good and brave .... and died because they were."
And the "Scruffs in the Sky" has had too bloody many new members this year.
RIP and thoughts and prayers for all at ISK.
And the "Scruffs in the Sky" has had too bloody many new members this year.
RIP and thoughts and prayers for all at ISK.
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RIP
I see the names are now common knowledge. Tapper, you were one of the brightest, funniest and most loyal guys I ever had the pleasure of flying with. Gary, I have too many memories to recount of nights in various bars and laughs over various bar tabs. Whilst I know the other guys I don't feel I could do them justice on this thread so rest easy gentlemen with the knowledge that I will forever attempt to live my life with the guts and determination that you showed, throughout yours.
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Words still fail.....
http://www.gratefulness.org/candles/...ng&cid=1687208
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RIP
A crew of the very best! Fond memories of times spent with those I had the pleasure to fly alongside with, in particular Steve Beattie - hope there is a golf course up there for you mate. My thoughts and prayers go to all the families concerned.