I believe see & avoid is a myth, landing lights (and lets face it they are the only ones you will see if there is a serious conflict) point straight ahead and if you are in that position and actually see the light then its more than likely too late.
Couldn't agree more. How often is it when given traffic that includes an estimated time of passing you strain your eyes to see it and more often than not don't?
This see and avoid bull**** being thrust forward and topped off with even more crap such as leaving landing lights on to avoid conflict stinks.
Does this mean that there is no need to use or listen to the radio anymore?
The best way of avoiding conflict is to LISTEN, RESPOND and then if need be LOOK. The see and avoid should be in your head, with a picture of what is where and when at all times so that you can then better position yourself to avoid conflict. What is so hard about this?