WWW,
apologies also from me, having reread your previous post (after only scanning it before) it appears we are fighting the same corner, although I appreciate I didn't make it too clear.
I was talking about putting off a test if the conditions were 50/50 (not just a little iffy) rather than demonstrate your ability...
Also, I was not trying to say that a first time pass should be a recruitment requirement (as you hinted by splitting my first sentence) and would wholeheartedly agree that an assessment of the person combined with flying ability should be made.
I do not believe that a first time pass makes me better than anyone else, I flew with plenty of guys and gals as good if not better pilots than me that partialled or failed for one reason or another. However, yes, I am pleased with it thank you.
WDJ