2007 Puma Crash, Enquiry and Inquest (Merged)
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RIP
Just found out about Taff. I am in total shock and can't believe he is gone.
I had many laughs at Marham TPF with Taff. As has already been said, he was always smiling (unless he was practicing rugby tackles from behind on his unsuspecting victims on the hangar floor!).
The world is a poorer place for his loss. My condolences to his family, the Squadron and friends of Taff and also those of Flt Lt Sale.
HallamPilot
I had many laughs at Marham TPF with Taff. As has already been said, he was always smiling (unless he was practicing rugby tackles from behind on his unsuspecting victims on the hangar floor!).
The world is a poorer place for his loss. My condolences to his family, the Squadron and friends of Taff and also those of Flt Lt Sale.
HallamPilot
Taff
Keith T and I had the honour and pleasure of teaching Taff in his early days as an aircrew student. He had all the qualities one could ask for. Intelligence, ability, determination and a Welsh gift of the gab. But above all that I will particularly always remember Taff for all the extra special quality that made him a great potential Crewman. I can`t begin to tell you all how much the world is a much sadder place without him.
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You will be missed
Taff,
You were a great lad to have in the Marham Bulls, always there with a ready smile and great outlook on life.
As I said when you left TPF, if you don't make it as a crewman we'll have you back in TPF.
Sadly missed by all who knew you. RIP.
You were a great lad to have in the Marham Bulls, always there with a ready smile and great outlook on life.
As I said when you left TPF, if you don't make it as a crewman we'll have you back in TPF.
Sadly missed by all who knew you. RIP.
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RIP guys, condolences to all family and friends and to 33Sqn both air and ground – still hits me hard, every one, even after years out of the blue suit as I’m sure it does many others.
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Absolutely gutted. Stopped me in my tracks yesterday. God speed guys and I hope the flying is just as good up there. Only met Dave once but he seemed an absolutely diamond Gent.
Thoughts very much with the injured and the relatives left behind.
Thoughts very much with the injured and the relatives left behind.
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'The universe is so vast and so ageless that the life of one man can only be justified by the measure of his sacrifice'
Pilot Officer V A Rosewarne 1940
Taff, Dave, It was a pleasure and is such a shame that you were taken from us when there was so much for you still to do.
Bobby, Gods speed in your recovery.
Pilot Officer V A Rosewarne 1940
Taff, Dave, It was a pleasure and is such a shame that you were taken from us when there was so much for you still to do.
Bobby, Gods speed in your recovery.
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Un-related, but I have spent the day burying a boy from our village killed in action in Afghanistan, as a result ot taliban action.
How easy it is for us mere members of the public to dismiss the deaths of military personnel, until it is either a loved one, a colleague, or just some one we once knew.
Please God, put an end to the bloodshed and loss of life, tonight it all seems so pointless, truly it does.
Rest In Piece my heros.
A civvy.
How easy it is for us mere members of the public to dismiss the deaths of military personnel, until it is either a loved one, a colleague, or just some one we once knew.
Please God, put an end to the bloodshed and loss of life, tonight it all seems so pointless, truly it does.
Rest In Piece my heros.
A civvy.
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Sad, Sad News.
Didn't know the guys, but many happy years on the Puma and a fantastic tour at 33 (2ic AMF). It rips my heart out every time I hear of young men dying doing what I loved so much. There for the grace of God go I.
All my thoughts to families and friends.
RIP
All my thoughts to families and friends.
RIP
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Outstanding guys Dave and Taff your presence will be sadly missed at Elwood our thoughts will be with family,colleagues and your many friends. Very sad news for 33 and a genuine loss to the military service. A pleasure to have known you both. R.I.P.
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BBC News coverage
BigBlueCar - not overreacting at all. I am not usually fuming mad at the TV, but tonight I felt driven to call BBC complaints on watching the local (Yorkshire) 2230 news bulletin. Presenter correctly reported a third death IN ADDITION TO THE TWO PILOTS ALREADY IDENTIFIED!! I was so incensed, I switched channels to the BBC Cumbria report (we straddle the regions) to find 100% accurate report containing correctly attributed crew photos and good footage. When the info is out there, why oh why can they not get it right and stop unnecessary grief to the relatives and friends. Sloppy journalism at its very best.
Not a Helo mate, but big condolences to all concerned, and speedy recoveries to all those still in hospital - at least WE know who they really are!
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Taff Burfoot
One of the best friends anyone could ask for. Larger than life itself and yet down to earth. This world is worse off with out him. My thoughts are with both friends and family....Miss you mate.
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Precious Memories - Taff
My sincere thoughts and wishes to Taff's family. I had the pleasure of Taff's friendship and wit through Halton and Cosford, just glad we had the chance to catch up recently. A devastating loss of a top bloke and contageous personality, you'll be missed welshman!
Sleep well.
Wisey
Sleep well.
Wisey
