Etouffee Posted February 13, 2007 Posted February 13, 2007 As reported on several news stations now an ERA EC120 came in contact with a flair boom on an oil rig yesterday about 8:05am local time in the VE/VR area of the GOM. I have seen reports saying both people on board are reported killed and some reports are listing them as missing. With some other info put together from other sources the Pilot was a regular on this board as well as a few other boards. That is not confirmed but there is a "handle" being listed by some and that person was a regular here. Keep both of these people and thier familys in your prayers please. As a side note: There are several threads about this on JH and I for one am glad that the people who reside here show so much more class. 2 Quote
67november Posted February 13, 2007 Posted February 13, 2007 here's a news report http://www.kplctv.com/Global/story.asp?S=6...56&nav=0nqx Quote
buddylove Posted February 13, 2007 Posted February 13, 2007 here's a news report http://www.kplctv.com/Global/story.asp?S=6...56&nav=0nqx Names released. http://www.kplctv.com/Global/story.asp?S=6081206 Quote
67november Posted February 13, 2007 Posted February 13, 2007 my condolences to his family and the family of his passenger. he will be missed greatly Quote
500E Posted February 13, 2007 Posted February 13, 2007 Our condolences to the family.He was always a steading voice that will be missed Quote
Guest pokey Posted February 13, 2007 Posted February 13, 2007 a very smart man, i respected his words & his knowledge-----------too bad i never told him my prayers are with his family & all his friends Quote
jbax22 Posted February 13, 2007 Posted February 13, 2007 Fling was always willing to lend his insight on a subject. His attitude and intelligence were something to aspire to.He will be missed. Godspeed. Quote
FlyNHighNFast Posted February 13, 2007 Posted February 13, 2007 My condolences to his family... and the rest of us too... all aviators are family in my book. Marlon Quote
KMWK Posted February 13, 2007 Posted February 13, 2007 John was a true friend to us all. His wisdom will be missed. I never got the chance to meet him in my short time with Era, but I feel like I knew him well and could call him my friend. God Speed John Gary Quote
propwasher Posted February 13, 2007 Posted February 13, 2007 JOHN LANCASTER 1960 - 2007 REST IN PEACE From one of his earlier posts here on VR: <<<Thing is, I know a lot more car drivers, as a matter of fact, every adult I know drives a car. Stands to reason that it's likely I personally know people who have died in cars. Hell, I've watched people die in their cars right in front of me. I know a lot fewer helicopter pilots (by an order of hundreds, I'd guess), yet I know (as in personally met) two people who have died in helicopters. Which is safer? Well, at 1,000' AGL, I'll choose the helicopter any day!>>> Sadly, we can't always fly up at 1000' AGL where it's safe. I never met John but he was always a good source of information here on VR and earned my respect. His perpetual flight continues, now unconcerned with such earthly things as low rotor speed, torque limits, and settling with power............... Blue Skies and Fair Breezes Swing! Quote
ADRidge Posted February 13, 2007 Posted February 13, 2007 My condolences to both families. I can't imagine what they're going through right now. Quote
ascott20 Posted February 13, 2007 Posted February 13, 2007 He was definitely a good guy... a true loss to our helo family. May our thoughts and prayers be with him. Quote
Guest rookie101 Posted February 14, 2007 Posted February 14, 2007 I reminded of a line Gomer Pylot said in one of the threads: "We all get old eventually, if we're lucky. The alternative isn't so good, but some of us do take that path."-Gomer Pylot Though I didn't know him it was a real blessing to have him here on the board helping everyone he could with the knowledge he had, especally all of use noobies. You will be missed Fling, both here on the board and to those who truly knew you. Gentle winds to you, where ever that may be. Quote
CH54CraneDaddy Posted February 14, 2007 Posted February 14, 2007 John was a true friend to us all and perhaps the best employee I've ever had. I could always count on John to give 110% to any task and he always came back asking for more. I laughed the first time he scouted an urban landing site in his car and marked the location on his hand-held GPS. But, that is the attention to detail that was his trademark. After flying with me in a 2-place glider he started adding a fixed-wing rating in our Citrabia. He said he really liked the "grass roots flying" and I'm sure one day he would have been back in a glider. John, you will ge greatly missed by all of us. Soar high. Quote
vertrefadmin Posted February 14, 2007 Posted February 14, 2007 Very sad to hear about John. He was very active on this forum with his advice and stories. He was never shy about sharing his knowledge and he will be missed by us all. My heart goes out to his family and friends. Any of us who have stayed in this industry long enough have gone through this. I hope the support for his family is there. To those who are close to John please take care of his family and friends and let them know what he contributed to this world. Quote
gofly Posted February 14, 2007 Posted February 14, 2007 JohnL, I always looked forward to your comments/replies....you'll be missed. - Ruben Quote
Dan 300CBI Posted February 14, 2007 Posted February 14, 2007 (edited) My deepest thoughts and prayers go out to the family and friends of John Lancaster. John you will surely be missed. I was his first student pilot from start to finish and let me say this, John was an EXCELLENT pilot who followed procedures and paid attention to details. There was a time when I struggled hitting the mark with my 180 autos and John went out of his way to come up with a slightly different method to train me. It only took a couple flights and I could hit the mark almost every time. It proves his dedication to the industry, his dedication to his students and his students success. John was a great person and a great friend. My thoughts and prayers are with you John and your family. John, you have the controls.. Edited February 15, 2007 by Dan 300CBI Quote
Gunner Posted February 14, 2007 Posted February 14, 2007 Godspeed to you John. Thanks for everything that you have given us over the years.Andrew "Gunner" Edgerton Quote
Gunner Posted February 14, 2007 Posted February 14, 2007 My thoughts and prayers are with you Fling. Godspeed.Gunner Quote
EAGLE1 Posted February 14, 2007 Posted February 14, 2007 My prayers are with his family and friends. He will be missed by all. Jeff Quote
Heli-Ops Posted February 14, 2007 Posted February 14, 2007 It was always great corresponding with John, his love for the industry and what he was doing was contagious. He has left a void in this industry and I for one appreciate the times we shared via email. Sincere condolences to Johns family, friends and workmates. May you rest in peace my friend and constantly watch over all your friends and family from high above. You will be missed. Ned Quote
AndrewT Posted February 14, 2007 Posted February 14, 2007 I always looked forward to reading what he posted when I saw his icon, and I really will miss it now. Blue Skies and Fair Breezes Swing! Quote
sneakin Posted February 14, 2007 Posted February 14, 2007 RIP my friend. I will miss our chats. Bill Jones Quote
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