Originally Posted by
LeadSled
Just as well, I wonder does CASA know about any number of armed pilots, they take a particularly dim view of firearms airborne.
Tootle pip!!
I think you will find that it is CASA that supply's the letters to pilots to fast track being able to buy and carry single handed cannons around and many/most mustering helicopters and even fixed wing aircraft pilots carry the hand guns.
Some property owners request the pilots to cap the stubborn bulls so they don't teach the other cattle - that takes a fair calibre gun. I also know a chopper charter company that the pilot carried a pistol in a holster on his belt for his and passenger safety.
Thats it! it is the carriage of the lead around that effects the Top End aircraft! - carry the spare bullets in the fuel tank and problem solved.