Originally Posted by
EXDAC
Doesn't the fact that parachutes have been used successfully leave us with only the argument "the probability they may be used does not justify the expense"?
Well yes, of course, cost ultimately determines pretty well everything, including in aviation safety.
Particularly given that
Originally Posted by
Chronic Snoozer
"If the plane is under control, you are going to stay with it," Sergeant Austin said. "If it's out of control, you're not going to be able to get to the parachute anyway."