Aero-News: Quote of the Day

ANN's Quote of the Day usually derives from current news, though we reserve the right to pick quotes out of history that have a bearing on the day's events and issues.

Sometimes, you'll find them timely and in keeping with the content of the day's news... and sometimes, they'll just be thought-provoking.

Reader suggestions and comments are welcome... and if particularly intriguing, timely, or poignant, may themselves become future Quotes of the Day.

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Aero-News Quote of the Day

"We mourn the loss of our colleagues and friends and extend our deepest sympathies to their families... The Gulfstream team has already rallied to support the people these men left behind, and we know that the local and aviation communities will do the same. On their behalf, we ask for your kindness, support and understanding as they, and the rest of the Gulfstream family, grieve the passing of these fine professionals."

Source: Joe Lombardo, president, Gulfstream, addressing the tragedy that occurred Saturday morning when a G650 test aircraft went down on takeoff, killing its crew. ANN sends our prayers and condolences to the families and friends of those lost...

FMI: www.gulfstream.com