important rules
Terrible for all involved......
Slightly off topic (and not intended to be inflammatory) but I was talking to a senior guy who has spent many years in that part of the world. He mentioned four critical factors (that we are all no doubt aware of) that MUST be considered in remote area operations. These things have kept him alive for over 15 years in PNG.
1 - Light....when will it run out, will you reach your destination??
2 - Fuel.....how much have you got, how much will you need.
3 - Weather..... LOOK, what is it doing now, what is it doing later, when will you turn around??
4 - Limitations....flight manuals are like a PICs bible....read it...believe it
If any two of these are working against you, DO NOT GO.
As mentioned many of you are aware of this already. It is great advice for low time pilots. The toughest part is telling the client no.