My statements are based upon years of dealing with CASA at the very highest level. I have fought and beat them through bloody minded determination after they put every obstacle possible in my way, I have “lame duck” letters of apology and proof of “counselling” from the then Director, to individuals and organisations, I have the results of a 12 month Commonwealth Ombudsman’s investigation in hand, I have letters signed by The Deputy Prime Minister of the day, I have Hansard records debating my case in The Senate, I have offers and acceptances of Act of Grace payments, (not from CASA though). However to this day, the perpetrators of my misfortune are still in business because they were mates of the boss, and still a possible menace to you. The main CASA players may have moved on, but their replacements have done nothing by way of change to show me they have learnt anything from the experience except how to better cover their arse.
And you dare to suggest I may not know what is going on. By insulting my efforts to make things better for general aviation in this country, you insult everyone who has “had a go”. WTF have you done?
There are many who have lost their income, their future, their families, their pride and credibility but “ALL OF US” have lost “MONEY”, lot’s of it, because of CASA indifference, arrogance, a willingness to defend the indefensible, and corrupt the system you clown.
People who take all the benefits obtained by individuals who put a lot of hard work into at least attempting to fix the system, but stand idly by and rain insults down on those achievers are piss poor examples of Human Beings, and your “weasel words”, epitomise this.
John McCormick so far has shown he is a carbon copy of the last few Directors. Perhaps a bit more sensitive to criticism.
The feedback coming from the meetings between CASA and ASA show that the April 2010 deadline is a pipe dream.
ASA do not have the resources. CASA don't or won't understand this.
From most observations of these meetings, most doubt that CASA have the resources or understanding of the Airspace implications either, or change & education process that is required.
This process seems to be driven by the appearance of being decisive - at the expense of common sense and correct process.
One interesting observation, is that CASA intend for Class D procedures at the ex-GAAP's to be different to procedures at existing Class D aerodromes.
WTF?
This is not a criticism of the man in charge - wouldn't know him, couldn't care. But CASA do not need another big failure. And if they do - heads will turn towards the man driving this.
I hope I am wrong and common sense and correct consultation occurs - not consensus consultation, but the neccessary consultation with those who know the airspace and the issues on a daily basis.
The current head of CASA was part of the 'Star Chamber' which selected these pilots for dismissal.
If this is true then he should really resign from CASA. No pilot in Australia will take the slightest notice of what he has to say after the Cathay verdict.
Last edited by Timber : 12th November 2009 at 10:04.
Oh dear, the Skull seem's to be the agressive type. Perhaps it is that sort of person that CASA needs, to flush out all the trash ? Perhaps he will target 49 Inspectors ?
One interesting observation, is that CASA intend for Class D procedures at the ex-GAAP's to be different to procedures at existing Class D aerodromes
That's because the procedures at our existing Class D aerodromes will also change to US Class D.
Coral, let’s hope you are 100% correct. That’s the whole idea of the CASA Direction. All of our non-radar towers will have the same procedures – all simplified, all following common sense, and all following the proven US NAS system.
When this goes ahead it will be a great improvement for everyone. I know of even reasonably high time GA pilots who will not fly into a place like Tamworth or Coffs Harbour because of the complexity of clearance requests, clearance limits and departure calls, etc.
Last edited by Dick Smith : 17th November 2009 at 00:50.
Is it just me or would anyone else find it difficult to either keep a straight face or believe anything from the head of CASA given what is now in the public arena regarding his role in the CX Starchamber.
Listening to a number of my colleagues thoughts on the Screaming Skull would suggest that any creditibility and trust has gone out the window.
The method used by Cathay to instill fear in the pilot ranks by sacking a number (49) of randomly selected individuals is nothing less than social terrorism. For the government to hire someone as CASA CEO who apparantly has been actively involved in this treacherous backhanded action is a scandal of some magnitude.
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