Originally Posted by
Lazyload
Guys don’t you think this thread has to be the most entertaining we have read on PPRuNe for quite a while? The op’s intention was to chastise bad practice but instead we’ve got a real feel for African flying and seat of the pants raw skill. Its great to see everyone rallying up and posting clips and anecdotes. We’re all a bit jaded with pickle forks and maxes. Flying has to be more fun than punching in a route in the fms.
People who are attracted to flying are natural thrill seekers. The true skill in flying is to make even the most challenging situation routine and seemingly boring. And therein lies the problem.