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Old 2nd Feb 2007, 12:34
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tenpiloto
 
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NOT the controller's fault!!

Those of you who continue to put blame on the controller need to think about some things: First, regionals still operate into uncontrolled airports--no controller to blame in that scenario. Secondly, during many operations (low vis, night, etc.), controllers are not able to see the aircraft unless they have ground radar (very rare).

If there is any chance, due to runway/taxiway geometry, that finding the correct runway entrance is a little more difficult, then the crew should be even more on guard, using every means available to identify the runway--and they had two, probably 4, depending on the Nav Display selections, right in front of them--HEADING INDICATIONS!!! This was simply disgusting pilot error--stop trying to deflect the blame from these guys.

Maybe the FAA should make age 40 the max, then you young know-it-alls could really get in the left seat quickly and exhibit the undoubtedly flawless performance of youth.
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