Morecambe Bay helo down
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Sad Loss!
We both came from the same Infantry Regiment to the AAC, great bloke to be around with!!
FLIGHT IS FREEDOM IN IT'S PUREST FORM,
TO DANCE WITH THE CLOUDS, WHICH FOLLOW A STORM;
TO ROLL AND GLIDE, TO WHEEL AND SPIN;
TO FEEL THE JOY THAT SWELLS WITHIN;
TO LEAVE THE EARTH WITH ITS TROUBLES AND FLY,
AND KNOW THE WARMTH OF A CLEAR SPRING SKY;
THEN BACK TO EARTH AT THE END OF THE DAY,
RELEASED FROM THE TENSIONS WHICH MELTED AWAY.
SHOULD MY END COME WHILE I AM IN FLIGHT,
WHETHER BRIGHTEST DAY OR DARKEST NIGHT;
SPARE ME YOUR PITY AND SHRUG OFF THE PAIN,
SECURE IN THE KNOWLEDGE, THAT I'D DO IT AGAIN;
FOR EACH OF US IS CREATED TO DIE,
AND WITHIN ME I KNOW,
I WAS BORN TO FLY
RIP friend
FLIGHT IS FREEDOM IN IT'S PUREST FORM,
TO DANCE WITH THE CLOUDS, WHICH FOLLOW A STORM;
TO ROLL AND GLIDE, TO WHEEL AND SPIN;
TO FEEL THE JOY THAT SWELLS WITHIN;
TO LEAVE THE EARTH WITH ITS TROUBLES AND FLY,
AND KNOW THE WARMTH OF A CLEAR SPRING SKY;
THEN BACK TO EARTH AT THE END OF THE DAY,
RELEASED FROM THE TENSIONS WHICH MELTED AWAY.
SHOULD MY END COME WHILE I AM IN FLIGHT,
WHETHER BRIGHTEST DAY OR DARKEST NIGHT;
SPARE ME YOUR PITY AND SHRUG OFF THE PAIN,
SECURE IN THE KNOWLEDGE, THAT I'D DO IT AGAIN;
FOR EACH OF US IS CREATED TO DIE,
AND WITHIN ME I KNOW,
I WAS BORN TO FLY
RIP friend
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I knew both Steve and Simon in close working relationship , both true
friends and professionals who will be greatly missed by all at their Blackpool base.
Two lives gone with so much more to give the helicopter community
Thanks for your dedication to the operation at Blackpool ....... wherever you both are now in the afterlife .... wishing you clear skies up there
RIP
(Happiness is the sound of a Dauphin flying )
friends and professionals who will be greatly missed by all at their Blackpool base.
Two lives gone with so much more to give the helicopter community
Thanks for your dedication to the operation at Blackpool ....... wherever you both are now in the afterlife .... wishing you clear skies up there
RIP
(Happiness is the sound of a Dauphin flying )
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The press, well the Sun at least, are now making something of EAD 2006–0258 /ASB 05.00.54 issued in a few months ago following some speculation that is down to David Learmouth I believe
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Morecambe Bay helo down
Does anyone have anymore news on this accident?
For info, the AD referred to did not affect the N model, only later N1, N2 and N3 with different T/R and gearbox.
For info, the AD referred to did not affect the N model, only later N1, N2 and N3 with different T/R and gearbox.
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Gutter Press and Aviation 'Experts'
The press, well the Sun at least, are now making something of EAD 2006–0258 /ASB 05.00.54 issued in a few months ago following some speculation that is down to David Learmouth I believe
All that the public will be interested in is that vital maintenance was apparently not carried out. Once in print it's too late; it doesn't concern them that it isn't relevant to that model of dauphin, or if it is whether it was carried out or not. I could speculate on the cause of the crash, and I would be surprised if I was not at least as informed as the person talking to the tabloid press, but speculation is all that it would be and as such would not help the industry or the publics' understanding. I know that the media needs to find experts to add weight to their reporting, but any aviation professional would leave it to the true professionals (the AAIB) to come up with facts. This type of reporting will only hurt those that are close to the accident who are, no doubt, agonising over whether there was anything that they did that may have contributed.
A few years ago an accident occured on the 'West Navion' where one of the helicopter pilots was badly injured. The official report apportioned no blame to the crewmembers, but industry 'experts' (who I believe had no experience of North Sea helicopter operations) accused them of not following best practice. The only reason that I mention this is that I have a feeling that there may be a connection here.
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Aviation "Experts"
Aviation "Experts" - don't you just love them?
Some years ago, after a serious incident in which I was involved, our local "expert" went on national television stating that my version of events couldn't possibly have happened and that I and my company were obviously trying to cover something up.
I considered suing him for all that he was worth but decided that I had little use in my life for a pile of sticky Pilot magazines and a soiled anorak.
LS
Some years ago, after a serious incident in which I was involved, our local "expert" went on national television stating that my version of events couldn't possibly have happened and that I and my company were obviously trying to cover something up.
I considered suing him for all that he was worth but decided that I had little use in my life for a pile of sticky Pilot magazines and a soiled anorak.
LS
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RE: SP
As a family member of SP we will know date of funeral tomorrow (03/01) and will update this forum with details. FAO tomothomp, please contact CHC at Blackpool for SP's home tel number and ring us - need to speak with you.
To all who have left such kind words, poems and wishes: you have given the whole family additional strength to carry on through this difficult time. Our hearts and wishes are with the other family members. It takes but a moment to write a simple message and each of you have given your time freely. May the sky always remain above and beneath you all.
To all who have left such kind words, poems and wishes: you have given the whole family additional strength to carry on through this difficult time. Our hearts and wishes are with the other family members. It takes but a moment to write a simple message and each of you have given your time freely. May the sky always remain above and beneath you all.
FK, I would say so: the 'anorak' gives it away!
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Sad News!
What terrible news, brought a tear to my eye. I knew Si Fodds very well and what a top chap. Spent many hours with Si especially in South Armagh and also as a neighbour. Last met up with Si when I popped into North Wales for a coffee and as always larger than life and a true gent, even offered me his lunch when they were called on a shout. My heart felt condolences to Si's family, both old and new and also to the families of all the others involved.
Sad Sad news
Sad Sad news
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Steve Potton
My condolences to family of Steve. Spent 4 months sharing a room in Belize with him what a character made the tour fly past. Many happy memories at Topcliffe. Unfortunately have a family funeral of my own to attend. My thoughts are with you.
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RE: SP
As a close family member of SP, I finally have all the funeral details. They are as follows:
Time and Date: 1330hrs Friday 12/01/07
Venues: St. Chads Church, Poulton-le-fylde, Blackpool,
it is situated in the centre of poulton
(Due to the large number of people attending, it has been requested that people arrive at 1300 and be seated in the church upon arrival)
After the Church service it will be onto Carlton Crematorium (not too far from Poulton) to say our last goodbye's.
And then onto The Hilton, North Promenade, Blackpool.
All old friends and buddies are welcome.
Sorry for the delay in passing funeral arrangments, but only just been confirmed.
Again many thanks for all your kind words, thoughts and poems.
Time and Date: 1330hrs Friday 12/01/07
Venues: St. Chads Church, Poulton-le-fylde, Blackpool,
it is situated in the centre of poulton
(Due to the large number of people attending, it has been requested that people arrive at 1300 and be seated in the church upon arrival)
After the Church service it will be onto Carlton Crematorium (not too far from Poulton) to say our last goodbye's.
And then onto The Hilton, North Promenade, Blackpool.
All old friends and buddies are welcome.
Sorry for the delay in passing funeral arrangments, but only just been confirmed.
Again many thanks for all your kind words, thoughts and poems.
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As a member of Si's family I would like to express our gratitude for the kind words from Si's fellow aviators (and friends). It has touched me to have Si talked about in ways that fit him so well, "gentle giant", "true gent", "larger than life", "absolutely barking", "a nicer man you could not have met". These words have been repeated so often in the media and on other forums, I am so proud of him and what he meant to so many others.
Our thoughts are also with the others who died in this tragic incident, I only know of Steve from conversations with Si, he only had good things to say about him and a great professional respect.
The funeral is being held at:
All Saints Church
Hesketh Bank
Preston
PR4 6RZ
on next Wednesday (10th) at 12.00
We do however ask the media & press to respect our privacy at this difficult time.
Our thoughts are also with the others who died in this tragic incident, I only know of Steve from conversations with Si, he only had good things to say about him and a great professional respect.
The funeral is being held at:
All Saints Church
Hesketh Bank
Preston
PR4 6RZ
on next Wednesday (10th) at 12.00
We do however ask the media & press to respect our privacy at this difficult time.
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Nothing in text yet, just verbal on BBC Radio Five News, just recently repeated as 'located the FDR'. No information as to whether it has been recovered, just 'located'. The wording was precisely that . . .
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http://www.24dash.com/communities/14997.htm
Accident investigators have located the flight data recorder from a helicopter which crashed into the sea killing seven people, it was announced today.
The flight recorder may contain vital information about the cause of the crash in Morecambe Bay on December 27.
"Recovery of the recorder together with any associated wreckage will begin as soon as weather conditions allow," said a spokesman for the Department for Transport.
The flight recorder may contain vital information about the cause of the crash in Morecambe Bay on December 27.
"Recovery of the recorder together with any associated wreckage will begin as soon as weather conditions allow," said a spokesman for the Department for Transport.
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Beeb, but nothing new. http://news.bbc.co.uk/1/hi/uk/6239135.stm