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Old 16th Jul 2020, 07:46
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parkfell

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The difference here was that the two light aircraft crashes were rogue British PPLs carrying out commercial flights.

The ATR ‘stone skimming’ event was carried out on a commercial flight by pilots holding professional licences and duly authorised to operate the flight.

Culture played a significant part in all three events ~ a blatant disregard for the rules and regulations.

The PPL holders knew what they were doing was illegal and didn’t give a toss, with the PA46 pilot & passenger dead.

The ATR event was “pony express” mentality (by the Captain) which nearly ended in disaster.
I had thought about mentioning the “Swiss Cheese” model. However, the mince had consumed all that cheese, before it appeared on the table !

The Trick Cyclists would have a field day.

Last edited by parkfell; 16th Jul 2020 at 08:32. Reason: insert ~ Swiss cheese
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