Originally Posted by
volare_737
I just laugh !! This is typical Australia where some people still believe they invented Aviation. I flew overseas with 300 Hour cadets which came straight onto 320's. Most where perfectly alright operating the aeroplane to a very high standard. They might have lacked on the operationl experience to mange operational problems, but hey, the Captain is supposed to work as well every now and again !!!!!
Unfortunately could not agree more. From my time operating overseas I was stunned how true the myth of the Austronaut really was. It's embarrassing how superior some of these kids think they are because they flew a clapped out 404 up North for a few seasons, yet by most accounts their basic airmanship and abilities were far from impressive. You would hope it is the minority but I sure heard plenty of stories of them.