Fallen JC member, Benjamin Hill aka BDHill1979 - Page 7

MikeD · October 22nd, 2009, 01:56

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Originally Posted by aloft

Ben's facebook status, last updated yesterday:

I think I'm gonna be sick.

Wow. On that FB posting.

wheelsup · October 22nd, 2009, 01:59

Sounds to me like he led a good life and lived it to the fullest. RIP

MikeD · October 22nd, 2009, 01:59

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Originally Posted by jrh

Indeed. I have the kind of anger one gets after making a mistake with something you know you could have done better at. The kind of anger that ticks you off in the moment, but ultimately makes you improve for the future. I only wish BDHill was still around to improve from it as well.

As with any accident, all we can do is learn and keep going.

I hear you buddy. Sometimes we get that chance, sometimes we don't. In my time, I've learned...through all the people I've personally known in flying who have perished......that when the Grim Reaper of Aviation comes calling, he does so without prejudice nor favoritism.

ASpilot2be · October 22nd, 2009, 02:00

RIP Ben

Captain_Bob · October 22nd, 2009, 02:00

To laugh often and much;
to win the respect of the intelligent people
and the affection of children;
to earn the appreciation of honest critics
and endure the betrayal of false friends;
to appreciate beauty;
to find the best in others;
to leave the world a bit better
whether by a healthy child,
a garden patch, or a redeemed social condition;
to know that one life has breathed easier
because you lived here.
This is to have succeeded.

(Ralph Waldo Emerson)

Godspeed Ben... you have succeeded.

Kristie · October 22nd, 2009, 02:00

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Originally Posted by jtrain609

I've gotta admit, this is kinda nonsensical unless you knew Ben.

But as soon as I heard about this, the first thing I thought was, "Jesus, what would Ben do...he'd get a beer."

Here's to you, Ben.

or he'd go fishin'...the moment i heard, i thought of that poor tackle box he lost to the river...then i think he somehow mysteriously found it again and was SO happy to have his favorite lures again.

that and the PBR 6 pack miracle find on the river as well....

but Ben was an all around great guy...i had a fabulous time talking to him at the last JC event i saw him at (07 i think) and was really looking forward to seeing him again until he said he was ill.

he'll be missed around here for sure!

There has only been one other time that we have sent flowers on behalf of the Jetcareers Family...I'm so sad that we have to do it again

When someone finds out about the arrangements, let me know.

tonyw · October 22nd, 2009, 02:01

Very sad news, man. Very sad.

ChasenSFO · October 22nd, 2009, 02:02

I don't really know what to say here...I am very saddened by this but its all been said.

I just hope when the report comes out there is something we can all learn from it which may save one of our asses someday. That is the best outcome that can come of any accident.

When a fund is set up for his family let me know. My thoughts are with them right now. I can't imagine what they're going through.

FlyingPoke · October 22nd, 2009, 02:03

Like so many others, this hits home despite not knowing him. He was definitely one of my favorite posters to read and by all accounts sounded like a great man, husband and father... RIP

upup89 · October 22nd, 2009, 02:06

Oh man that is so sad.

ppragman · October 22nd, 2009, 02:08

Who do I PM to put down a couple hundred bucks for his wife and kid?

Firebird2XC · October 22nd, 2009, 02:10

RIP Ben.

Kristie · October 22nd, 2009, 02:10

Quote:

Originally Posted by ppragman

Who do I PM to put down a couple hundred bucks for his wife and kid?

we don't have that information yet

CRJDriver · October 22nd, 2009, 02:11

This sucks. I don't even know what else to say. RIP.

fly22 · October 22nd, 2009, 02:12

Im still working on it. I know a guy who knows his boss. I can't get a hold of him to get a hold of the boss.

Ill do my best and keep people posted.

ppragman · October 22nd, 2009, 02:13

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Originally Posted by Kristie

we don't have that information yet

As soon as you get it, I'm in, life isn't fair, but maybe, we can make it a little bit fairer.

Alchemy · October 22nd, 2009, 02:13

Damnit, this is horrible.

Ben was a really friendly guy and a positive contributor to these forums. I had the pleasure of meeting and having dinner with him at NJC a few years back. He was super friendly and had a great sense of humor. What a shame this is. I feel terrible for him and his family. Rest in peace, my friend.

skidz · October 22nd, 2009, 02:13

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Originally Posted by Killtron2000

I'm not sure why this bothers me but it does. RIP.

what bothers me is how things are so unpredictable in aviation. If I were to place a bet on Hudson river landing, I would have given it at least 50% death toll, but in case of an engine failure of a single engine airplane so close to the runway I probably wouldn't even consider it as dangerous.

wjmiller3 · October 22nd, 2009, 02:14

I know airplanes are fragile, but I keep looking at the pics thinking the plane didn't look that bad???? I can't sleep.....

jhugz · October 22nd, 2009, 02:15

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Originally Posted by skidz

what bothers me is how things are so unpredictable in aviation. If I were to place a bet on Hudson river landing, I would have given it at least 50% death toll, but in case of an engine failure of a single engine airplane so close to the runway I probably wouldn't even consider it as dangerous.

Unfortunately, as much as we don't like to admit it luck plays a big role into it. It just sucks that some people get the short end of the stick, when they don't deserve it.

ChasenSFO · October 22nd, 2009, 02:19

Quote:

Originally Posted by skidz

what bothers me is how things are so unpredictable in aviation. If I were to place a bet on Hudson river landing, I would have given it at least 50% death toll, but in case of an engine failure of a single engine airplane so close to the runway I probably wouldn't even consider it as dangerous.

I'm sure that eats at everyone a little bit. Sometimes it seems all the training in the world can't save your ass, and then fate takes over. Before I was born I lost an uncle in an accident where the wing assembly buckled and the wing folded over on his brand new 172 sending him and his instructor crashing to earth. Stuff like that...you can just hope it never happens to you or anyone you know, but it still can.

pipepatrol · October 22nd, 2009, 02:21

THis cant be

chensler · October 22nd, 2009, 02:22

Once again RIP Ben and from reading your previous posts you were a great person in my book. I am going through the same situation with my family at home and now with the JC family. Even though people have their differences no matter what subject in life, it brings people together no matter what their views are in life. Ben shall forever RIP and we shall forever miss him. Things like this bring people together no matter race or religion.

fly22 · October 22nd, 2009, 02:27

Can't sleep. Such a sucky deal. Look at those pictures, I just don't get it.

MikeD · October 22nd, 2009, 02:27

Quote:

Originally Posted by wjmiller3

I know airplanes are fragile, but I keep looking at the pics thinking the plane didn't look that bad???? I can't sleep.....

Quote:

Originally Posted by fly22

Can't sleep. Such a sucky deal. Look at those pictures, I just don't get it.

Looks can be deceiving. With an accident like this, liklihood.....from a crash dynamics perspective.....is great for a high amount of sudden decelerative forces and loss of occupiable space. Neither of which the human body can sustain much of.

October 22nd, 2009, 01:59	#152
wheelsup Old Skool Join Date: Mar 2004 Location: _ Posts: 7,398	Re: Fallen JC member, Benjamin Hill aka BDHill1979 Sounds to me like he led a good life and lived it to the fullest. RIP __________________ "It takes just as much time to be nice to someone as it does to be a jerk."

October 22nd, 2009, 02:00	#154
ASpilot2be Old Skool Join Date: May 2005 Location: Paradise:) Posts: 6,952	Re: Fallen JC member, Benjamin Hill aka BDHill1979 RIP Ben __________________ "When the world gets in my face, I say "Have a nice day!""

October 22nd, 2009, 02:00	#155
Captain_Bob Old Skool Join Date: Apr 2003 Location: DFW, based back in EWR, wishing I was in Maine Posts: 4,203	Re: Fallen JC member, Benjamin Hill aka BDHill1979 To laugh often and much; to win the respect of the intelligent people and the affection of children; to earn the appreciation of honest critics and endure the betrayal of false friends; to appreciate beauty; to find the best in others; to leave the world a bit better whether by a healthy child, a garden patch, or a redeemed social condition; to know that one life has breathed easier because you lived here. This is to have succeeded. (Ralph Waldo Emerson) Godspeed Ben... you have succeeded. __________________ My head is in the clouds and my heart is still in Maine... but my devotion and love belong to my wife and children. New Pics as of 4/09!

October 22nd, 2009, 02:01	#157
tonyw Old Skool Join Date: May 2002 Location: Maryland Posts: 17,095	Re: Fallen JC member, Benjamin Hill aka BDHill1979 Very sad news, man. Very sad. __________________ http://www.photo.net/photos/tonywang for my photos http://buyandholdplus.com/blog for my finance blog

October 22nd, 2009, 02:02	#158
ChasenSFO Senior Member Join Date: Jan 2008 Location: SFO Posts: 1,329	Re: Fallen JC member, Benjamin Hill aka BDHill1979 I don't really know what to say here...I am very saddened by this but its all been said. I just hope when the report comes out there is something we can all learn from it which may save one of our asses someday. That is the best outcome that can come of any accident. When a fund is set up for his family let me know. My thoughts are with them right now. I can't imagine what they're going through. __________________ The term "First Officer" was invented because Les Abend is never second.

October 22nd, 2009, 02:03	#159
FlyingPoke Junior Member Join Date: Jan 2008 Location: Wichita Posts: 165	Re: Fallen JC member, Benjamin Hill aka BDHill1979 Like so many others, this hits home despite not knowing him. He was definitely one of my favorite posters to read and by all accounts sounded like a great man, husband and father... RIP

October 22nd, 2009, 02:06	#160
upup89 Senior Member Join Date: Jun 2008 Location: Missouri Posts: 812	Re: Fallen JC member, Benjamin Hill aka BDHill1979 Oh man that is so sad.

October 22nd, 2009, 02:08	#161
ppragman Old Skool Join Date: Sep 2007 Location: Sunny Juneau Posts: 3,064	Re: Fallen JC member, Benjamin Hill aka BDHill1979 Who do I PM to put down a couple hundred bucks for his wife and kid? __________________ Fly the Super Bear Arrival, Report the Bear.

October 22nd, 2009, 02:10	#162
Firebird2XC Old Skool Join Date: Mar 2007 Location: *ATTENDING NetworkJC '09 Posts: 4,374	Re: Fallen JC member, Benjamin Hill aka BDHill1979 RIP Ben. __________________ www.remember3407project.org 'Rapid Upgrade' is a trap. http://forums.jetcareers.com/airline...ur-career.html

October 22nd, 2009, 02:11	#164
CRJDriver Old Skool Join Date: Jan 2004 Location: KBOI Posts: 2,183	Re: Fallen JC member, Benjamin Hill aka BDHill1979 This sucks. I don't even know what else to say. RIP.

October 22nd, 2009, 02:12	#165
fly22 Old Skool Join Date: Jul 2003 Location: UT, SLC Posts: 2,411	Re: Fallen JC member, Benjamin Hill aka BDHill1979 Im still working on it. I know a guy who knows his boss. I can't get a hold of him to get a hold of the boss. Ill do my best and keep people posted. __________________ Democrats- think you're too stupid to make your own financial decisions. Republicans- think you're too stupid to make your own personal decisions.

October 22nd, 2009, 02:13	#167
Alchemy Old Skool Join Date: Aug 2001 Location: Austin, TX, USA Posts: 2,228	Re: Fallen JC member, Benjamin Hill aka BDHill1979 Damnit, this is horrible. Ben was a really friendly guy and a positive contributor to these forums. I had the pleasure of meeting and having dinner with him at NJC a few years back. He was super friendly and had a great sense of humor. What a shame this is. I feel terrible for him and his family. Rest in peace, my friend.

October 22nd, 2009, 02:14	#169
wjmiller3 Senior Member Join Date: Apr 2007 Location: Houston Posts: 549	Re: Fallen JC member, Benjamin Hill aka BDHill1979 I know airplanes are fragile, but I keep looking at the pics thinking the plane didn't look that bad???? I can't sleep.....

October 22nd, 2009, 02:21	#172
pipepatrol Junior Member Join Date: Jul 2006 Posts: 116	Re: Fallen JC member, Benjamin Hill aka BDHill1979 THis cant be __________________ Bring it! From the window, to the wall, until the sweat drips down my balls.

October 22nd, 2009, 02:22	#173
chensler Junior Member Join Date: Jan 2009 Location: 3I3 Posts: 63	Re: Fallen JC member, Benjamin Hill aka BDHill1979 Once again RIP Ben and from reading your previous posts you were a great person in my book. I am going through the same situation with my family at home and now with the JC family. Even though people have their differences no matter what subject in life, it brings people together no matter what their views are in life. Ben shall forever RIP and we shall forever miss him. Things like this bring people together no matter race or religion.

October 22nd, 2009, 02:27	#174
fly22 Old Skool Join Date: Jul 2003 Location: UT, SLC Posts: 2,411	Re: Fallen JC member, Benjamin Hill aka BDHill1979 Can't sleep. Such a sucky deal. Look at those pictures, I just don't get it. __________________ Democrats- think you're too stupid to make your own financial decisions. Republicans- think you're too stupid to make your own personal decisions.

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