QantasLink rocked by tragedy as ‘much-loved’ pilot Harry Allchin dies ‘suddenly’
A promising young Qantas pilot who died suddenly this month is being remembered by his grieving family as “superhuman” and a “salt of the earth” person.
Harrison “Harry” Allchin, who worked under the Australian airline’s regional arm, QantasLink, died on October 13, aged 30.
The first officer was from the Gold Coast but based in Sydney.
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By continuing you agree to our Terms and Privacy Policy.Allchin’s older sister Brittany said the “pain in our hearts is unbearable”.
“My little bro, how do we go on without you? The pain in our hearts is unbearable,” she said in an emotional tribute post on Facebook.
“Our best mate, who we were completely and utterly blessed with in this life to be chosen as our brother. Our lives have changed forever.
“You should be here with us, walking alongside us, making us laugh like you always would.”
She said she wanted “everyone to know how much of a superhuman” her younger brother was.
“The most pure salt of the earth person, vibrating on the most highest of frequencies. You did more in your 30 years than anyone would in a whole lifetime. You are the epitome of living life to the f****** fullest,” she said.
“I’ve never known love and hurt so deep until now. You might be my little bro but the mark you’ve left on us all is anything but little, it’s immeasurable. This can’t be real. Wake us up from this nightmare.”
Qantas has offered support to Allchin’s family and colleagues who would like access to counselling services.
“We are deeply saddened by the tragic loss of Harrison,” QantasLink chief operating officer Nick Collie said.
“He was a much-loved member of the QantasLink team and our thoughts are with his family, friends and colleagues at this very difficult time.”
Close to $50,000 in donations has been made to an online fundraiser launched to assist with a funeral and send-off.
“Harry was a light in many people’s lives. With his trademark mullet and silver sunglasses, Harry was known for his love for travel, his mates, family and his job,” campaign organiser Belle Henry said.
“The loss of Harry was very sudden and unexpected and his family are now trying to navigate through this process while dealing with their grief.”
Allchin will be farewelled at a funeral service in Sydney on Friday.
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Originally published on 7NEWS
