Red Arrows - updated - book of condolence link added

[kurt.fairhurst]

RIP Red ? i was only at scampton 2 week a go what a upsetting time for all fly high. Smoke On Go !!!

[jg43]

Very sad incident . My thoughts are with the Team, family and friends.

RIP.

[Flyingmonster]

I just want to post this -


I KNOW that I shall meet my fate
Somewhere among the clouds above;
Those that I fight I do not hate,
Those that I guard I do not love;
My county is Kiltartan Cross,
My countrymen Kiltartan's poor,
No likely end could bring them loss
Or leave them happier than before.
Nor law, nor duty bade me fight,
Nor public men, nor cheering crowds,
A lonely impulse of delight
Drove to this tumult in the clouds;
I balanced all, brought all to mind,
The years to come seemed waste of breath,
A waste of breath the years behind
In balance with this life, this death.

Such a sad time...

[paddyboy]

hi all

very nicely put jamie

says it all

so sad

nothing more to add

paddyboy

[The Phantom]

apprarently the daily mail have named the pilot. I thought this was not happening just now as a sign of respect for the family

Since when have the gutterpress ever had any respect for anyone's family?

The difference on here is that we do have respect for aircrew's and their families, so we won't post anything until there is an official announcement by the MOD and family approval.

[Tooks]

apprarently the daily mail have named the pilot. I thought this was not happening just now as a sign of respect for the family

Since when have the gutterpress ever had any respect for anyone's family?

The difference on here is that we have all got respect for aircrew's and their families, so we won't post anything until there is an official announcement by the MOD and family approval.

Just take it as a sign of what paper NOT to buy in the future.

Also, don't go clicking over on to their site, it only raises revenue for them...

[halky68]

If that's true and I don't doubt it for a minute I for one will never buy that comic again......echoing all sentiments, they should be ashamed of themselves!

[pikey01]

Can confirm there is a page story in the daily fail, but I would advise caution, the name they have printed isn't the one that was circulating yesterday. They maybe right, but as is always the case in these situations, until the info comes from the MOD directly, take with a huge pinch of salt.

[Richard B]

Can confirm there is a page story in the daily fail, but I would advise caution, the name they have printed isn't the one that was circulating yesterday. They maybe right, but as is always the case in these situations, until the info comes from the MOD directly, take with a huge pinch of salt.

Graham the name they have reported is the name that was leaking out at around 12.00 yesterday,

poor taste and very disrespecful by the mail to publish the name before it being released from the MOD.

[pikey01]

Apologies Rich, it wasn't the name I heard yesterday but as your aware there was lots of speculation. Either way, its still disgusting that they quote half of the MOD statement, but miss out the part about the name being withheld for now at the families request.

[Hurn]

The Bournemouth Echo was naming the pilot on their website last night too, and I expect it will appear in today's paper.

You'd think they would know better given recent events down here.

[sjnovis]

Such sad news, my condolences to his family, friends and all at RAF Scampton.

[Mike]

The MoD has just announced that all aircraft equipped with the Mk.10 ejector seat have been grounded pending investigations - Hawks, Tornados & Tucanos.

[steve149c]

Does the T2 still use the Mark 10? I thought they used a later model, similar to the Typhoons? I remember last time there was a grounding of Mk 10 seats that the T2 still few?

http://www.flightglobal.com/news/articl ... et-345724/" onclick="window.open(this.href);return false;

[phoenixegmh]

Steve,

I believe the T2 uses a later variant of the Mk.10, one which may not be affected by the same issue under investigation, I suppose?

Cheers

[dunmailbiffa17]

It's not just that, there's already been a Facebook page setup with the same name as printed in the Daily Mail!

RIP and my thoughts are with the tragic pilots family & friends, and I hope that the Red Arrows can bounce back from the tragedy of losing 2 pilots in the same calendar year.

A Facebook page? I don't believe it. No unfortunately I do.

Once again I convey my condolences to all those concerned.

Stephen.

It is incredible..i have seen that on FB too and many many people keep using a name,i refuse to mention any name until the MOD makes a statement,all that matters is the family no one else.Well done to all on FC for showing restraint..and respect

[reaper493]

The official announcement

http://www.raf.mod.uk/reds/teamnews/ind ... 86C7FD410D" onclick="window.open(this.href);return false;

RIP

[markmarples]

the MoD confirms the death of Flt Lt S Cunningham

http://www.mod.uk/DefenceInternet/Defen ... ingham.htm" onclick="window.open(this.href);return false;


can i also point out the BBC Lincs radio told everyone it was a different pilot, hence i posted it, as i thought it was official, i am sorry for my part in this

RIP

[BOLLO]

Warton's "Saudi" Tornado is up at 12.52.

[reheat]

R.I.P. Sean and thanks for entertaining the millions at shows worldwide.