KRUSTY. I am also old school GA, but also had the privilege of extensive airline and charter ops here and OS. I have a lot of empathy for our GA brethren in their inexorable climb up the greasy pole.
I firmly believe that give or take a bit, most candidates start out equal, regardless of background or ethnicity. The outcome is largely dependent of proper selection and resourcing of mentors. All too often it seems that gongs are awarded on the basis of mateship, history and compatibility, rather that practical teaching skills. All too often we hear tales of desperately unsuited tutors. This aspect is important in all areas of our industry but perhaps more so in respect of cadet training. Unfortunately in some cases the guys calling the shots with regard to training, don't know what they don't know, and with the incestuous approach of some departments, will never have the opportunity to expand their knowledge base.
Maui
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