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Old 3rd May 2006, 15:27
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nnc0
 
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Unfortunately I only ever acquired a PPL, long since expired and like Chewie, I find myself on the verge of being silenced.

In my defence though for being included I do however have several degrees in engineering and have worked in aerodynamics, performance, structural design and flt test (flown em as well) as well as other aircraft specialties. I've also developed procedures (SOPs, Supp techniques, Abnormals, QRH etc) for manufacturers and airlines drawing heavily on human factors and CRM. It might be a longshot but with the right odds I'd take the bet that you've probably used some of my stuff.

Hand Solo said "...the concepts are frankly a bit too abstract and removed from realistic application to be useful. Plus we have plenty of specialist professional engineers, aerodynamicists and test pilots to explain the structural, mechanical and aerodynamical aspects of the discussion...."

From my own experience, that exact attitude has led to quite a few embarrassing moments for crew. It's almost like saying "Lets not go back to basics and lets not keep an open mind." Hardly a sound basis for discussing CHIRPs.

Professionally, I'd dismiss any report or send it back if it didn't contain feedback from all concerned.

If my own experience has shown me anything it's that looking at an issue from one perspective alone often stultifies(?) the discussion and leads nowhere with nothing being resolved.
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