Vale Darren Moore
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Buggah 
Wiz was one of the folks on my 'definitely must meet for a beer' list. Over the years he has been colourful and controversial, but with a wicked sense of humour and the knowledge and life experience to know what he was talking about.
Even not personally knowing him, I feel a sense of loss inside. One of the great PPRuNe characters who helped make this site what it is. I'll miss his contributions and chats.
RIP mate .... you'll never be forgotten.
Wiz was one of the folks on my 'definitely must meet for a beer' list. Over the years he has been colourful and controversial, but with a wicked sense of humour and the knowledge and life experience to know what he was talking about.
Even not personally knowing him, I feel a sense of loss inside. One of the great PPRuNe characters who helped make this site what it is. I'll miss his contributions and chats.
RIP mate .... you'll never be forgotten.
Darren ya bugger - you promised to give me welding lessons.
For anyone around Perth or Jandakot, a few of us will be meeting up at the RACWA bar on Friday arvo for a few beers and to drink a beer or two in memory of one of aviation's finest.
For anyone around Perth or Jandakot, a few of us will be meeting up at the RACWA bar on Friday arvo for a few beers and to drink a beer or two in memory of one of aviation's finest.
Not a good couple of weeks for us Aussie Ppruners, First we lose Binos, now we've lost the Wiz. 
I think I met Darren at the Ozbash in 2002, although I was only able to stay for the first 2 days. Truly a character. On the forums he regaled us with tales of his beloved "Daisy", and we were able to follow his progress around the aviation scene in our wide, brown land. Now, no more.
Farewell mate, fair be the weather in the skies you'll travel.
Sadly, I also knew Chris Hart, the marine pilot who lost his life in the accident. Chris and I sailed on the "Howard Smith" in the mid to late 80s, he as 1st Mate, myself as Radio Officer. Always entertaining, and a very fine and competent Master Mariner, "Choff" as he was known had a ready wit and never let an opportunity for fun slip by. He enlivened many an evening in the smoke-room after watchkeeping hours were done.
Godspeed, guys, and thanks for all the happy memories.
I think I met Darren at the Ozbash in 2002, although I was only able to stay for the first 2 days. Truly a character. On the forums he regaled us with tales of his beloved "Daisy", and we were able to follow his progress around the aviation scene in our wide, brown land. Now, no more.
Farewell mate, fair be the weather in the skies you'll travel.
Sadly, I also knew Chris Hart, the marine pilot who lost his life in the accident. Chris and I sailed on the "Howard Smith" in the mid to late 80s, he as 1st Mate, myself as Radio Officer. Always entertaining, and a very fine and competent Master Mariner, "Choff" as he was known had a ready wit and never let an opportunity for fun slip by. He enlivened many an evening in the smoke-room after watchkeeping hours were done.
Godspeed, guys, and thanks for all the happy memories.
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One of many amusing days flying with Darren, about to join the circuit.
TOWER : "VH - ABC, I've still got the ground guys out on the runway for bird harrassment"
Daz : " What ? Every time I try and do that I get in trouble !!!"
One of the great characters I've been lucky enough to meet in this great but unfair industry of ours. Alot of respect for someone who did it their way and worked bloody hard to do what he loved.
RIP old mate.
TOWER : "VH - ABC, I've still got the ground guys out on the runway for bird harrassment"
Daz : " What ? Every time I try and do that I get in trouble !!!"
One of the great characters I've been lucky enough to meet in this great but unfair industry of ours. Alot of respect for someone who did it their way and worked bloody hard to do what he loved.
RIP old mate.
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I think I met Darren at the Ozbash in 2002
Not a good week - hopefully this is the end of losses for the Ozbash 2002 group ...
He told me I was full of it and next morning he would show me.
Have had a couple of good mates (with whose instruction I was involved) of like background to Wiz' - more determination than one might credit and only too willing to go head down, arse up, into the books and training with the bums out of their jeans.
Funnily enough, they are the ones who stay etched indelibly in my ageing memory while the memory of others, who may have displayed more innate talent, have faded just a little.
Salut, Wiz, good sir ! Safe journey and fair winds.
Not a good week - hopefully this is the end of losses for the Ozbash 2002 group ...
He told me I was full of it and next morning he would show me.
Have had a couple of good mates (with whose instruction I was involved) of like background to Wiz' - more determination than one might credit and only too willing to go head down, arse up, into the books and training with the bums out of their jeans.
Funnily enough, they are the ones who stay etched indelibly in my ageing memory while the memory of others, who may have displayed more innate talent, have faded just a little.
Salut, Wiz, good sir ! Safe journey and fair winds.
A 'Point Of Interest'.......
Today's 'West Australian', page 5, has a report of Darren's sad demise,
and I quote,
'Darren Moore, from Leonora, was yesterday named on a pilots' internet forum as having been killed in the crash on Tuesday'.
Darren's photo is displayed - it appears to be directly 'lifted' from the post on this forum.
The article goes on to list the other casualties, and generally, to describe the accident.
The byline is 'Port Moresby'.
Sincere Condolences to Darren's family, and his many mates.
One of Life's 'Real Characters' - nothing 'artificial' about this man.
R.I.P.
Today's 'West Australian', page 5, has a report of Darren's sad demise,
and I quote,
'Darren Moore, from Leonora, was yesterday named on a pilots' internet forum as having been killed in the crash on Tuesday'.
Darren's photo is displayed - it appears to be directly 'lifted' from the post on this forum.
The article goes on to list the other casualties, and generally, to describe the accident.
The byline is 'Port Moresby'.
Sincere Condolences to Darren's family, and his many mates.
One of Life's 'Real Characters' - nothing 'artificial' about this man.
R.I.P.
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Griffo. I checked Wiz's details had been released as soon as he was identified on PPRuNe. The Mod's would not allow a name to be published here if it was not yet available to the media.
I think you will find that photo either on Wiz's Face b o o k page or one of the other Face b o o k pages linked to his.
I think you will find that photo either on Wiz's Face b o o k page or one of the other Face b o o k pages linked to his.
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My dear friend “Chief”...
My dear friend “Chief”...I guess I'll never sit in the right hand seat with you again….or the left hand for that matter. Drove down to the runway yesterday arvo…Daisy lookin good.
Come visit me at Malcom sometime. I’ll put the billy on…ninni fire as usual. No bloody marshmallows this time. No reason for you not to show up; It’s not as if you have to go through customs now, do you?
I’ll miss our countless cups of “hot stuff” and talking “avcrap” till the wee hours when all is “Tickety Boo”.
MAC won’t be the same without you. By the way…thanks for breaking up our two man club; who the hell am I supposed to fly with now?
The answer is “yes”…you do have big hands. I can say that now that you can’t deck me! I guess you have a legitimate excuse for not putting the DH up now.
You are one of my genuine hero’s. I’ve always looked up to you and always will. I’ve learnt a lot from you over the years. You’ve stuck by me through rocky times, you put up with my crap and you taught me how to fly the big stuff, Solid.
So long Chief….”Never Goodbye”.
To the Moore family...My door is open...Feel free. I'll tidy up this time!
Come visit me at Malcom sometime. I’ll put the billy on…ninni fire as usual. No bloody marshmallows this time. No reason for you not to show up; It’s not as if you have to go through customs now, do you?
I’ll miss our countless cups of “hot stuff” and talking “avcrap” till the wee hours when all is “Tickety Boo”.
MAC won’t be the same without you. By the way…thanks for breaking up our two man club; who the hell am I supposed to fly with now?
The answer is “yes”…you do have big hands. I can say that now that you can’t deck me! I guess you have a legitimate excuse for not putting the DH up now.
You are one of my genuine hero’s. I’ve always looked up to you and always will. I’ve learnt a lot from you over the years. You’ve stuck by me through rocky times, you put up with my crap and you taught me how to fly the big stuff, Solid.
So long Chief….”Never Goodbye”.
To the Moore family...My door is open...Feel free. I'll tidy up this time!
A photo from week or so ago when he came along and had a steer of the BK...
I would see Darren almost daily here in PNG. We became close friends in the the 8 months he was here. I talked to him the morning of the crash and we promised to catch-up at the 'Dero' for some 'product testing' later.
I have just arrived back from the gathering for the return of the bodies from Misima. It was very moving with most of his work mates from CASA PNG there.
Sorry I couldn't bring you back yesterday mate, the weather was too iffy for us once we reached Gurney, but the guys in the Twotter did a good job today. We had a many a beer at the aeroclub last night for you mate. I don't think you realised how many people were fond of you.
I will miss you mate, your funny wicked humour, your professional manner when it came to work matters, and the fact that underneath the gruff loud full-on bloke you were, you had an absolute heart of gold.
I hope to be at Leonora for your final send-off.
see you again one day mate...
BM
I would see Darren almost daily here in PNG. We became close friends in the the 8 months he was here. I talked to him the morning of the crash and we promised to catch-up at the 'Dero' for some 'product testing' later.
I have just arrived back from the gathering for the return of the bodies from Misima. It was very moving with most of his work mates from CASA PNG there.
Sorry I couldn't bring you back yesterday mate, the weather was too iffy for us once we reached Gurney, but the guys in the Twotter did a good job today. We had a many a beer at the aeroclub last night for you mate. I don't think you realised how many people were fond of you.
I will miss you mate, your funny wicked humour, your professional manner when it came to work matters, and the fact that underneath the gruff loud full-on bloke you were, you had an absolute heart of gold.
I hope to be at Leonora for your final send-off.
see you again one day mate...
BM
Originally Posted by tail wheel
I think you will find that photo either on Wiz's Face b o o k page or one of the other Face b o o k pages linked to his.
It now has a copyright West Australian next to it on their website. OpsN & I don't really mind the photo being used, but it would be nice if they acknowledged where they lifted it from and removed the copyright symbol off a photo they have no intellectual right to.
Regards, Psuedo. (Mrs OpsN)
Leonora man victim of PNG crash - The West Australian
edited to add link...
Not only have I lost the "Wiz", whom I met at the 2002 OzBash in Melbourne, but I now realise it is most probable the marine pilot who lost his life in the crash, Chris Hart, is the same Chris Hart who was 1st mate of the "Howard Smith" when I was Radio Officer onboard in the mid 1980s. I seem to have had the singular misfortune to lose two friends in the one accident.
(posted before it was confirmed, see my earlier post which is updated. Not one of my best weeks, it has to be said, especially as it comes hard on the heels of losing Binos)
(posted before it was confirmed, see my earlier post which is updated. Not one of my best weeks, it has to be said, especially as it comes hard on the heels of losing Binos)
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RIP to the irreplacable, unforgettable Wiz
So sad. Wiz and I used to chat on PM or on the phone after he kindly gave me some advice on flying.....and life in general - mostly how to put up with the crap that life throws at you from time to time! I still have an old POH that he sent me and wouldn't accept any payment. Sorry I never got to Leonora to say gidday and thanks in person.
Compressor - thanks for posting that great Wiz story. Such a character - and never afraid to put his 2 bob's worth in! RIP Wiz.
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Compressor - thanks for posting that great Wiz story. Such a character - and never afraid to put his 2 bob's worth in! RIP Wiz.
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Pseudo,
Have a mate at "The West" who said, reference post #34:
Have a mate at "The West" who said, reference post #34:
Josh the thread is correct, the owner of the pic is normally credited, if you want to take further the online editor is the person to talk to, Chris Manley, 9482 3673.
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Bugger.
Darren during the Outback Air Race 2003 ... we competed in the legendary "Daisy."
Will miss ya, mate. Safe journey home and open skies ...
Darren during the Outback Air Race 2003 ... we competed in the legendary "Daisy."
Will miss ya, mate. Safe journey home and open skies ...
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Darren......mate.
It has taken me a few days to come round to the idea that you have gone. You are a true all round good bloke and would give the shirt off your back to help almost anyone....unless you thought they didnt deserve it ;-)
You will be missed!!! Take care mate!
It has taken me a few days to come round to the idea that you have gone. You are a true all round good bloke and would give the shirt off your back to help almost anyone....unless you thought they didnt deserve it ;-)
You will be missed!!! Take care mate!