Originally Posted by
Mr Mossberg
Maybe the PIC should have zig-zagged until he crossed the coast clear of any ground structure, then ditched it in the outback on a saltpan somewhere, clear of all obstacles of course. Then the ATSB could relocate a team to investigate the airframe for hairline cracks in the airframe. 3 years later, when that investigation is done, they can investigate the incident itself. So I reckon the final report should be done by 2029-ish. In the meantime, CASA can ban any civil ops in close formation. Australians have proved they will blindly do what they are told despite facts/evidence etc.
Everybody will be kept safe by CASA, and they will like it.
And then there are the malicious Strawman arguments. I'm willing to wager that you know you were being malicious. All we're talking about is a diversion to an airport with excellent facilities. What is your problem exactly?