Originally Posted by
Sir HC
Per the IFSD numbers, the probability of a 'flameout' over Antarctica (or anywhere enroute) would be in the order of 0.0002%. It's basically a certainty that the second engine would get my family to Melbourne/Hobart safely.
We obviously approach risk differently but I'd encourage you to keep emotion out of your decision making.
So it's not zero.
Your approach to risk appears to be similar a bean counter or a commander at war.