Heli-Ops Posted August 1, 2002 Posted August 1, 2002 PROGRAM Geo-Seis Helicopters ADDRESS 116 N. Raquette Dr. Fort Collins, CO 80524 info@geoseis.com WEATHER Hot, clear, local fires AIRCRAFT_TYPE SA 315B Lama INJURIES Gordon Knight, Pilot - fatal DESCRIPTION While making a water drop on the Big Elk wild fire near Estes Park, Colorado, Gordon suddenly radioed that he was going down. His aircraft was witnessed to crash in a remote area. By the time rescuers reached the scene, there was nothing that could be done. The NTSB is investigating. ADDITIONAL INFO Gordon was a former EMS helicopter pilot, having flown for both Des Moines' Life Flight and Denver's Flight For Life. His wife, Susan, is a former flight nurse, having worked for both programs as well. Quote
jehh Posted August 1, 2002 Posted August 1, 2002 Very sad, shame when that happens. May he be cleared straight to the flight levels... Jason Quote
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