Wren - I think you are on the money - and this being an election year could be utilised to an advantage - the issue would need a cause to bubble towards the top of an already crowded political agenda, and remain on the table just long enough to be seen as a minor policy advantage point of difference for the Labour Party.
My view is that the public are tired of all nanny state legislation and would view positively the benefits of red tape-ripping in aviation that preserves current levels of safety. Especially with Baggerys Creek/ Melb and Brisbane Airports expansion/ and the QF Academy being current media topics. Some political traction could be gained through the message of this simple legislative change - it may appear is a positive-no-brainer for the public and the shadow minister without eroding opinions over public safety.
Since the next federal election must be called between Aug18 and May19, the timing of any campaign and announcement would be paramount.
Dick - if Albo is on side with this, do you believe there is the political goodwill to make this a minor point of (good) aviation policy difference for the Labour Party going into the next election?
RM