Originally Posted by
crosscutter
Only in aviation are ‘these people’ able to climb the ranks, but he has through nepotism and hard work. It is indicative of how the role of chief pilot’s has changed. Gone are the days where the role required leadership, influence and effective communication both up and down the chain. He is another puppet…he won’t be representing the pilots, he won’t have creative solutions to add…good luck…good riddance.
The 'good people' do exist, some who would make some pretty good and respected CPs. However they are the smart ones, not stupid enough to even contemplate taking on such a role. These people are normally pushed out anyway, to make way for the likes that you mention. I have asked my much younger colleagues who sit beside me if they would ever take on management roles, or even the top job. Nobody is interested. Thats not overly great for the next generation, so the snakes that take these posts will continue to cycle in and out.