Originally Posted by
777-200LR
What if the bird was on top of the fuselage where no passenger nor crew could have seen it? What if this happened at night, or IMC?
I wasn't there but are you suggesting that we delay every take off when you see or are informed of birds either side of the runway or taxiway?
I AM suggesting that as each situation is unique and different then we should operate in a responsible, safe and conservative manner in response to the facts we are given.
And after we do that we can show some tact, thoughtfulness, and demonstrate professionalism by refraining from openly calling out our colleagues after the fact especially in situations where we were not present and have no knowledge of the specific circumstances.
We need to look out for each other, as nobody else will. If the OP or EKOUTTER have some problem with how this pilot responded to the facts he was presented, why not directly contact him instead of bullying him in public? Is that behavior more appropriate?