The number one priority of any government is to protect its citizens.
This PIA airbus tragedy killed all except two on board.
The reckless conduct of the pilots has acted as a catalyst to investigate the corruption and forgery not only of [“fake”] licence issue, but also the conduct of revalidations & renewals to demonstrate continuing competency.
This wholly avoidable event should concentrate the minds of both Regulators and airlines to get not only the ‘Safety Culture’ right, but the whole process of training and examinations by adopting best practice.
Computerised exams be it FAA or EASA style. Acceptance of external audit teams through ICAO. Without that level of assurance standards will unlikely improve.
The airlines flight safety depts need ask themselves but one question today ~ are we an accident waiting to happen?
Those who believe a go around is a sign of weakness ( non macho style) need to think again.
Heroic “Pony Express” mentality needs to be confined to the history books.
The simple question crews must ask themselves ~ can the airline afford a HULL LOSS.
We all depend upon each other for continuing employment.
Follow the aircraft manufacturers operating recommendations. Invest heavily in flight data monitoring.
The step by step process for those resistant to change must start with education ~ engage ~ explain ~ encourage ~ enforce. (Scotland’s approach the C-19 public education).
Last edited by parkfell; 26th Jun 2020 at 08:42.