Originally Posted by
tdracer
No, you're missing the point. Dick is implying that, by allowing twin engine ETOPS, they are making air travel less safe. The statistical data simply doesn't back that up.
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tdracer,
You should re-read Dick's very first post, that started this thread.
And I have no idea who you are.
Tootle pip!!
PS: I do know something about the subject, having been closely involved in the introductions of EROPS in Australia --- including much discussion on the statistical issues, and the reasons for the engineering mods. that made an ordinary B767 an ER. And the problems we experienced.