Former RAF pilot, Captain Brion Murphy who was an aviation pioneer of Guyana, died today November 15 in his birthplace of Ireland following a long illness.
Murphy who flew with Guyana Airways Corporation (GAC), formerly British Guiana Airways, was also the Chief pilot for Bookers; he flew the Grumman Goose amphibian aircraft for GAC from 1952-1975. He is remembered for his commitment to opening the door to local talent in the aviation field, and being a resource to aspiring Guyanese aviators.
As more details of Captain Murphy's life become available we will update this article.
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