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I always liked this aircraft as it stood out from the rest. So sorry to hear both the pilot and plane are gone. My condolencenses.

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Sad news indeed. Thoughts go out to the family at a time like this.

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What a terrible fate for a good guy and a beautiful aircraft. My sincere condolences go to the family of the pilot.

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Just so everyone is aware, WIXer Chris out in Arizona does the annuals on SuSu. Keep that in mind for the time being.

Nice airplane and sad loss. The owner seemed to enjoy having and sharing the airplane quite a bit.
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Condolences to the family and friends of this pilot.

I hadn't seen SU SU since those pictures were taken at Norfolk. (We were parked next to her, as if you couldn't tell..)

A terrible loss for all...

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Thanks Ryan for asking everyone to consider my thoughts at this time. I did the maintenance for Nazy on SUSU since the day he purchased it. This was truly a great airplane. The previous guys took great care of it. Other than standard maintenance, the only thing I ever found was a broken ground strap. Nazy always told me how beautifully it flew. I spoke with several people who witnessed the crash and they all told me everything sounded great. Nazy was a terrific person and always wanted to share the aircraft with as many people as possible. It hurts me a great deal that I've lost a great friend. Nazy told me many times that he and Rose considered me as part of their family. In time I will get over this but I can never forget. Every time I hear a Merlin whiz by, I'm sure I will have to deal with it all over again. Nazy had a dream to fly a 51 by age 51. He realized his dream but had it all end too soon. Godspeed my friend, Cheers mate!

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Chris wrote:
Thanks Ryan for asking everyone to consider my thoughts at this time. I did the maintenance for Nazy on SUSU since the day he purchased it. This was truly a great airplane. The previous guys took great care of it. Other than standard maintenance, the only thing I ever found was a broken ground strap. Nazy always told me how beautifully it flew. I spoke with several people who witnessed the crash and they all told me everything sounded great. Nazy was a terrific person and always wanted to share the aircraft with as many people as possible. It hurts me a great deal that I've lost a great friend. Nazy told me many times that he and Rose considered me as part of their family. In time I will get over this but I can never forget. Every time I hear a Merlin whiz by, I'm sure I will have to deal with it all over again. Nazy had a dream to fly a 51 by age 51. He realized his dream but had it all end too soon. Godspeed my friend, Cheers mate!


I'm very sorry for your loss Chris... truly. I can't imagine how you must feel right now.

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I would like to offer my thoughts and prayers to the family and Chris...

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Found this pic on Flikr tonight...

So sad to hear the news...

Our Prayers go out to the pilot and his family and friends.

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Condolences to those who knew and loved the man. God speed.

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My Condolences to the family and Chris. Nazy was a great man and a greater friend. He will be missed. R.I.P

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What a shame. That bird was spotless and well maintained. Horrible loss for all of us. I am sorry that this wife had to see the crash. He was a terrific guy. My prayers go out to the family
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Very, very sorry Chris. My condolences to you and your friends.

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