Apathy I suppose. In my own case I've elected not to bother converting and I probably won't bother renewing my Section "L" when it expires either. But then I have other qualifications, applicable to other industries, but are also useful for remaining in aviation. Since entering aviation I've had to requalify with new examinations and revised syllabuses four times so far. Twice in the RAF and another twice since leaving. This change is the third and is the last straw. All of these changes in the syllabus and new examinations are not to do anything different or to gain promotion or additioanl pay, mind. Simply to stay where I was and continue doing the same things.
Pilots have six monthly checks to ensure continuing competence, which seems to be the proper way to deal with the constant changes in aviation. I wonder what would happen if they had to completely resit their ATPL every five years or so?
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