I am trying to think of an Operator I worked for that emphasized sticking to the "Rules" as printed in company documentation or government pubs.....rather than encouraging getting the job done.
That list is very small....like none.
I did enjoy some that did not question a decision to stay on the ground or land out......well one actually.
For sure everyone of them would show up in Court with their fancy Lawyers who would very eloquently explain how I had violated Company Policy and Federal Regs and suggest they held no responsibility or liability.
Things have not changed since Gann's generation put on a Flying Suit in that regard.
We should take heed of sound advice from those more experienced in our profession.
Always have a Plan B as all too often Plan A becomes obsolete.
With Plan B becoming the deal....you then best have Plan C ready.
It is when you run out of Options that disaster happens.
Per Ernie Gann......