MM et al,
Sympathise and agree with your thrust on holds but be careful not to jump to conclusions.
The reasoning behind a P/O pass are born from a series of studies into performance of recruits and trainees through flying training. We must remember that this sort of thing never sits still and more work is required to tie FAT results to what we want as an input and output of training.
Needless to say I am hiding behind no false walls as most know where I work.
Additionally I am unable to quote further on EF2020 position due to my location. He can PM me if he likes.
