CS Captain Killed at Reno Air Show
09-09-2008, 07:21 AM
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I instructed with her at ERAU in Daytona back in '99 and '00. She talked a lot about the aerobatic stuff she was getting more and more into. She even ferried Patty Wagstaff's plane out of St. Augustine from time to time. Man was I jealous; I've always wanted to get into aerobatic flying. I lost touch with her over the years. I can't believe everything she was up to with her career. Master's Degree in Aeronautical Science; Captain at a fractional; accomplished competition aerobatic pilot; A&P certificate... everything I dream about doing. Makes me feel pretty small. What a go-getter she was. I regret not getting to know her better when I had the chance. Really sucks when the aviation community loses someone like this so young.
09-09-2008, 04:16 PM
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Another article: Channel 4 KRNV.com: Local News and Weather for Reno-Tahoe Region: Pilot dies in crash at Reno-Stead airport while practicing for air races
Says she was flying a formula one category aircraft at the time. Always sad to hear these stories.
Says she was flying a formula one category aircraft at the time. Always sad to hear these stories.
09-10-2008, 08:44 AM
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I do need to correct my error of stating "Air Show" It was actually National Air Race in Reno , as she was doing a check ride to become certified for the up coming race.
A Scholarship has been established. FYI.
Erica Simpson Scholarship Fund
Security State Bank
P.O.Box 27
Port Wing, WI 54865
This is her home town where she will be laid to rest on Sat. Sept 13th
A Scholarship has been established. FYI.
Erica Simpson Scholarship Fund
Security State Bank
P.O.Box 27
Port Wing, WI 54865
This is her home town where she will be laid to rest on Sat. Sept 13th
09-10-2008, 08:39 PM
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A few of my colleagues and I at Continental all remember her tireless work ethic when we were instructors at Embry-Riddle DAB (2000-2001). Day, night, rain, shine - this was one lady who had a true passion for flying. She was always smiling, and truly used the job as more than just time building. Her students always benefited tremendously from her warm approach to teaching and patience. The aviation community, and the world - just lost a kindred spirit. We'll miss ya Erica.
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