I have tried to keep an open mind about Mr Smith's agenda - I figured that he honestly believed that he was doing the 'right thing', for a certain segment of the aviation community at least, regardless of the fact that I disagreed with many of his proposals, and thought some of them outrightly dangerous.
However - this incident (as reported by The Australian) has now seen removed any credibility that Mr Smith should have to all segments of this community.
Is there anybody out there who can explain to me why Mr Smith is in the right in this case? Mr Smith - would you care to enlighten us folks as to why you are coming out with this rubbish? It is one thing to play to the audience of The Australian (allegedly a slightly more educated demographic than the average tabloid rag), but can you let us know your thinking? Perhaps there is a valid argument that I have missed? I would be keen to be educated if that is the case!