Derek Has been one of the most significant influences on my gliding knowledge and skills, as well as the rest of the soaring community.

When we started Ridge Soaring Gliderport, so many years ago, I invited him to come to this country and give a presentation to the SSA convention near Washington DC.

He made other trips to the USA, as did I to England to join him at the BGA annual meeting.

I treasure our friendship and times together and like all of you, wish him the best.

Tom Knauff