I just recieved a new Civil Aviation Safety Alert on this subject. CASA 2011-08

Seems another one failed.

This can be tough during the Holiday season; I wish everyone involved a quick recovery. Although we may not have specific positions available, I encourage you to apply at West Wind Aviation as there are some vacancies. Outstandingly good of you to post this JWflightcrew. Thanks. I will pass on to t...

I would very much like to say thank you for all the kind responses and well wishes. As I said I dont often post on here, but Saturday I really needed a place to say some stuff. I was warned that it could go sideways and get ugly. I had faith that if asked folks would respect my request to keep it fr...

Doug you are an awesome man! I loved having you in our home and all the laughter that everyone shared. This is indeed one of the hardest situations I have had to go through. So much is lost, for our family here and for the family that was Swanberg. Our Son was always so excited to go into work ever...

skyburner wrote:Thank-you, Doug, for your candor and wonderful words. You are a class act all the way! I am proud to have been associated with you and all the incredible staff. Good luck to one and all in your futures.

Chris.

Thanks Chris and to you too. Please wish your family a very merry christmas for me.

What a terrible thing to happen at any time of year let alone just before the holidays! Thank you for sharing your thoughts Doug. I hope the road ahead is smoother for you and all those now out of work. Can you give some insight into how many pilots, maintenance personal, csr's, rampies, etc are af...

I have edited this thread to remove a few posts that will only serve to incite. I have also highlighted a line in Doug's first post. I understand there are some seriously negative aspects to this issue, but that said, if you cannot post in a fashion that is respectful, constructive, and will add so...

The administrators of this site have had to lock a thread on the topic I am here to discuss because people are unwilling to follow the site rules and are venting. It is my hope to say something and perhaps open up a positive constructive dialogue for those who would like to talk about what has happe...