Originally Posted by
Capn Rex Havoc
Clare Prop,
Once again, yours was a different scenario to what RUDE had.
Mach- You and Rude are examples was Australian aviation is a joke overseas.
I'm not aware of the intricacies of that runway. What was the problem with his decision? Was it illegal? Did it contravene SOPSs? Why was it unsafe? So you delayed him by 6 months. You are Rude are a fine match.
Lead Balloon has kindly explained above why it was unsafe.
The ‘joke’ of our Aussie company policy required all failures to undergo remedial training before a second attempt. It was also a requirement that the second attempt at command be passed, or the candidate could expect a more permanent tenure in the RHS. The extent of remedial training varied according to the seriousness of the failure. For minor deficiencies in technique, a trip to the simulator sufficed. Sometimes, a few more sectors on the line.
For some pilots, situation awareness and airmanship are quickly acquired. For others it can be a slow learning process, but once acquired usually retained.
For a few, sadly, there is no way they ever get it. These are the ones that have to be weeded out.
When a pilot under check (and hence under some pressure) makes a serious error of judgement, the examiner, and by extension, the training department, have a responsibility to probe a bit deeper. This can not be done by having a nice chat over tea and bickies, or in a day, out for a jolly on a flight where nothing happens. Over an extended period, situations are bound to arise to thoroughly evaluate the candidate.