READ: Touching letter to pilot following Germanwings tragedy

A woman has reached out to her pilot after the tragic Germanwings crash last week, thanking him for getting her and fellow passengers home safe.

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by Ellie Hooper |
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‘Dear pilots of the plane taking me home’ she begins.

‘In light of the very recent tragedy in the French Alps and the loss of those poor 150 people, I feel the need to reach out to you and extend a compassionate hand.

The germanwings flight from Barcelona to Dusseldorf went down in the Alps
The germanwings flight from Barcelona to Dusseldorf went down in the Alps

‘At the end of the day, we are all humans just trying to live this roller coaster of a life we have been handed.

‘I understand an event so horrific as this one affects those with your responsibility more than others, and maybe sometimes a kind word, random but heartfelt, can make a difference.

‘I’m hoping to create a ripple effect and spread some compassion and understanding.

The note passed to the pilots

‘Thank you for taking me home. Thank you for doing so safely. Thank you for allowing me to live the life I do in Spain and split my time with my family in England too.

‘You make the excitement I feel now to see my family possible.

‘I hope you get to see your families soon. I’ve had a wonderful flight and hope you have too. You’re making a massive difference you’re the reason I can smile tonight.’

‘Take care and spread love, Kindest regards, Bethanie.’

Ain’t that just lovely?

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