D_22359 0 #1 May 12, 2007 QuoteLost prairie. 5 fatalities. Pilot, 2 tandem masters. and 2 tandems. The 182 crashed shortly after take off. This is all the info that I have. Fred and Lenny, It is with saddest of hearts and deepest of condolences that I wright this. Nothing I say can replace the loss you have suffered today. If theirs anything I personally can do, I want you both to know that I am willing to help in any way I possibaly can. If you need any help in any way I am willing and will make myself avalible. To the friends and families of those we lost today I express my most heart felt condolences and while it may not comfort you today PLEASE keep in mind that they died today trying to share with others a sport they truly loved and enjoyed. B.S.B.D. Bill Sorry for the crappy spelling...I've already had 5 shot's for those we lost today Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
NWFlyer 2 #2 May 13, 2007 My heart goes out to everyone at LP. "There is only one basic human right, the right to do as you damn well please. And with it comes the only basic human duty, the duty to take the consequences." -P.J. O'Rourke Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Bolas 5 #3 May 13, 2007 Quote My heart goes out to everyone at LP. My heart goes out to the Lost Prairie community as well. Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
selbbub78 0 #4 May 13, 2007 Quote Quote My heart goes out to everyone at LP. My heart goes out to the Lost Prairie community as well. Likewise here!! Hang in there LP, you have friends and family at your side!!! BSBD, bubbles"Women fake orgasms - men fake whole relationships" – Sharon Stone "The world is my dropzone" (wise crewdog quote) "The light dims, until full darkness pierces into the world."-KDM Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
thepaintballguy 0 #5 May 13, 2007 Hey Guys, My heart and prayers go out to everyone over in LP. I heard the news when i was making my PRCP jump at the Westplains Skydiving DZ in Davenport WA. A few of the Jump Masters there knew one of the guys on board. I am new to this sport but still want to help out in any way I can. JoshQ: Why would someone ever want to jump from a perfectly good airplane? A: Why Not? Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Shell666 0 #6 May 13, 2007 Quote My heart goes out to everyone at LP. My heart's with everyone there. It's been a rough few weeks. Hugs and kisses to everyone. Canada weeps ... 'Shell Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
spud 0 #7 May 13, 2007 My worst nightmare! My condolences to all family and friends . BSBD New Zealand. Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
dharma1976 0 #8 May 13, 2007 this sucks.... one of these guys was one of my first friends in skydiving.... Blue Skies Brother Davehttp://www.skyjunky.com CSpenceFLY - I can't believe the number of people willing to bet their life on someone else doing the right thing. Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
crash 0 #9 May 13, 2007 I have no words for how I feel. I'm beyond tears. My thoughts and prayers are at Lost Prairie and with everyone that is touched by this loss. - Patrick Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
rlstkev 0 #10 May 13, 2007 my heart and thoughts are with all of you the ones we lost are now flying free forever ,LP your friends are here for you and the familys i got the news over the fox radio station while i was taking my load back from vegas i had to stop i was soooo upset.bsbd my friends you will be missed Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Amazon 7 #11 May 13, 2007 I was just stunned when I heard the news. My heart goes out to all of our friends at LP.. This is just so damn hard. Blue Skys to all those now flying forever free in those BIG BLUE MONTANA SKYS. Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
tandemking 0 #12 May 13, 2007 Fred & Lenny: You guys are the greatest and literally saved me when I was down. My prayers go out to you and the whole LP family. If you need help with tandems during the Boogie I'd come out of "retirement" and give you a weekend's worth of hard work for no charge. My heart is so heavy over your loss. . . . Larry Shumard D16806 Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
D22369 0 #13 May 13, 2007 Blue skies to those who have left us. condolences to those left behind. I got the news yesterday and it was as though someone kicked me in the chest. damn. RoyThey say I suffer from insanity.... But I actually enjoy it. Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
JackR 0 #14 May 14, 2007 I just saw the names of the instructors were released to the AP News. QuoteIt was rainy and foggy Sunday morning, a stark change from the sunny, clear skies Saturday morning when the Cessna 182 took off with two Great Falls residents planning a tandem jump with two instructors. Instructors David M. Landeck, Jr. of Missoula and Joel Atkinson, of Kalispell, both 25, were killed in the crash, Buffalo Hills Funeral Home and Crematory said in death notices Sunday. The pilot was from out of state and had been working at Skydive Lost Prairie for about 10 days. For those who have been to LP, I know this isn't news as they were a bedrock for skydiving there. I'm still having trouble believing this is real. They were both great guys. It will take a long time to heal from this tragedy. To the family, I offer my condolences. They were great people who lived to the fullest. They have had a positive impact not only to the friends who have posted here, but to the hundreds of other skydivers and students that they met. Blue skies.Packin' Jack 42nd Lost Prairie: The Ultimate Answer to Life, the Universe, and Skydiving 25 Jul - 3 Aug 2009 2007 photos: http://www.skydive.com/prairie/pages/prairie.htm Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Faithers06 0 #15 May 14, 2007 My brother and I jumped with Joel and Dave last July. It was my first jump and his fourth. They were great guys and really kept me confident and calm about making my first jump. They will be greatly missed. My heart goes out to everyone at LP and the families of those who passed away. Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
dharma1976 0 #16 May 14, 2007 I heard the news and called dave cause the names werent released... my heart skipped a beat when it went right to voicemail... I didnt get confirmation that it was him until this morning... all I dreamt last night was that there was another dave at lost prairie and that I had not lost my friend... I will be sending my footage of dave from our trips to random dropzones to lost prairie... And I will fullfill one of Daves wishes this summer and come to Lost Prairie and drink one of those beers he raved about so much... I am still reeling... Dave Holm Skyjunky Ole #5 (somebody might get that)http://www.skyjunky.com CSpenceFLY - I can't believe the number of people willing to bet their life on someone else doing the right thing. Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
BirdWoman 0 #17 May 14, 2007 Fred, Leni, Mikey and Lena- Our thoughts, prayers and vibes are with you. Stay strong and know that you have a strong support group from all over the country and Canada. The LP family will stand together to help you get through this, as well as the families of those lost. Please share our condolences with them as well...they need it just as much as you do. See you in a few months! "I don't know where it is that I'm going, but wherever it is there I'll be!" --quoted by me Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
livendive 8 #18 May 14, 2007 This just sucks. Blue skies my brothers, we'll miss you. The cocks are lessened and I hope the cracks are in top form this year, as the manifest sheet for "Friends" is already too full. Fred, if you're reading this, I'll call you tomorrow. We've got you covered next week with as much help as you can use. Blues, Dave "I AM A PROFESSIONAL EXTREME ATHLETE!" (drink Mountain Dew) Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
pkibler 0 #19 May 14, 2007 What can I say, Flew those guys and that plane all last summer. I'm still in shock. I'll miss you guys. Condolences to all. Phil Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Shell666 0 #20 May 14, 2007 Quote This just sucks. Blue skies my brothers, we'll miss you. The cocks are lessened and I hope the cracks are in top form this year, as the manifest sheet for "Friends" is already too full. Fred, if you're reading this, I'll call you tomorrow. We've got you covered next week with as much help as you can use. Blues, Dave You know the Cracks will be ready and we'll even help out during the Chorus. "Friends" will be really tough this year. You have to promise to help out during that one. To Fred, Lenni, Mike, Lena and everyone in LP and the families of those we lost, my thoughts, prayers and hugs are with you right now. 'Shell'Shell Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
guppie01 0 #21 May 14, 2007 I am so very sorry for everyones loss! Love and peace to you all! HUGS coming very soon!!!! love, g"Let's do something romantic this Saturday... how bout we bust out the restraints?" Raddest Ho this side of Jersey #1 - MISS YOU OMG, is she okay? Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
kharkness 0 #22 May 14, 2007 My condolences to everyone there. The entire LP family is very strong. Stay strong we are all here to help in any way shape or form. See you all in a few months. Kyle B.S.B.D The Sky's not the limit, the ground is. Fear Nothing, Regret Less. Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
grimmie 173 #23 May 14, 2007 Fly Free my Friends... Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
soulshine 0 #24 May 14, 2007 Praire love. BSBD. Bombing for peace is like fucking for virginity! ~DEVIOUS BEEF~~FGF #69~ Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Hambone 0 #25 May 14, 2007 That is terrible. My thoughts and Prayers are with everyone there.Yeah...You need to grow up. -Skymama Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
