In the days since the tragic accident of Flight 5342 and the passing of four colleagues – Captain Jonathan Campos, First Officer Samuel Lilley, Flight Attendant Danasia Elder, and Flight Attendant Ian Epstein – we have been focused on caring for the families and loved ones of all lost on that flight.
Flight 5342 Crew Given PSA Honorary President’s Award
In speaking with our fallen crew members’ loved ones about ways PSA can pay tribute to and honor them, PSA is awarding all four crew members the PSA Honorary President’s Award.
The President’s Award is the highest honor a PSA team member can receive, and it represents the very best of our airline. It is a peer-nominated honor and based on the company-wide outpouring of support for our lost colleagues, we cannot think of a more moving or sincere tribute than having all 5,000 PSA team members nominate our fallen colleagues.
Family members of each crew member operating Flight 5342 will receive PSA Honorary President’s Award commemorative certificates.
Samuel Lilley Receives Honorary Captain Upgrade
It is with profound respect and deep appreciation that PSA Airlines posthumously bestows the status of Honorary Captain upon First Officer Samuel Lilley. Throughout his tenure at PSA Airlines, Samuel Lilley exemplified the highest standards of aviation excellence, demonstrating exceptional airmanship, unwavering dedication to safety, and extraordinary professionalism that inspired all who had the privilege of flying alongside him.
The title of Honorary Captain reflects not only his technical expertise but also the profound impact he had on our airline family. His legacy will forever serve as a beacon of inspiration, reminding us of the dedication, skill, and integrity that define the very best in our profession.
