zero zero.
I think industries, by their nature, rarely reform without outside pressure as completely free markets are only inclined to maximize their profits. And, of course, this takes place whilst paying little attention to the social consequences of their business practices.
I am a libertarian at heart, but I have realise very few men use the capacities which distinguish themselves from being mere animals, to sacrifice their own self interests for the welfare of others. This is the core reason for the existence of government, let alone the FAA and other groups.
I think "special interest' groups are a direct consequence of a democracy, but the problem for America is perhaps the disproportianate influence they wield in Washington.
I don't beleive I have ever seen this issue raised by the aviation press and don't know of another why to bring it to the FAAs' attention?
[ 03 September 2001: Message edited by: CAVU ]