Not the intention. The comparison was with the decision making element when things go wrong.
I prefer the comparison of when things go right.
When the flight goes to plan I arrive at my destination, worn out and knackered but alive. I've done it hundreds of times.
I've only had the one operation, but the surgeons and surgical team who did the job certainly saved my life. I know who I regard most highly - but then I'm biased.
(
For the record, Blacksheep would make £18.30 nett a month for a 40 hour week. Unfortunately I put in around 230 a month so its only £13.68)