Originally Posted by
lfc84
Written in 2017. Claims open skies has an adverse effect on frequencies. Yet ignores flybe Manchester x 4, flybe lpl x 3/4 and easyjet lpl
claims local pilots would make different decisions about whether to fly based on their local knowledge of weather.
I find that last point insensitive and irresponsible. Especially considering the manx 2 maverick who whilst not manx born and bred were living in the rock.
Let's not talk about M2.
But what I will say about PQ - he is a true professional and has worked for Flybe for what, 11 years now I think it is? Had the pleasure of being on one of his flights recently and he did something that no away-based pilot would do, because he had the knowledge. Other aircraft diverting because of crosswinds on the main runway - RWY26 - but he landed on RWY21 where winds were more manageable. That allowed continuinty of the schedule. It's not dangerous, it just requires knowledge and experience of IOM operations.