Originally Posted by
Lead Balloon
I think it was a bit rough that the PIC was sacked in the first place. Very bad mistake, but not one that he will make again. And everyone walked away unscathed.
That depends.
If the PIC knowingly took off without the required fuel to make the destination, and ignored potential warnings (refer the post about video and low fuel lights), id think sacking is warranted.
If the PIC had planned appropriately and believed that the gauges were correct, but an investigation finds out there were problems with the system (be it fuel system, maintenance system, or even the cultural system) and as a result he has run out, I don't think sacking is warranted.
Big difference. More information is needed. Until then bit hard to say whether sacking is or isn't warranted.