Ian
I think one of the problems that the flight time limitations highlight is the lack of any consultation with pilots or crews. Even given the limits as they are now shouldn't be extended. Studies have shown that cummulative rest deprevation can result in reaction and cognitive functions equivilant to that of someone who is intoxicated. So at the end of a week of long days the folks at the front are about as sharp as the locals spilling out of the nightclubs at 2 in the morning. If you want an objective view and to make a real difference then why not enlist the help of some locost pilots, conduct a study backed by some recognised medical authority, CAA Medical at Gatwick perhaps, strap them up to some machines. do some cognitive tests before, during and after there flights. follow there progress for some weeks, then come to some conclusions. You may then end up with a hard hitting item which may lead to a change. Please do this subject some justice, not like the channel 4 documentary which was a golden oppertunity missed.
I hope you are looking at a serious item that will encorage worthy discussion and bring about change , not just something that after one days exposure will be regarded as yesterdays news.
Good luck!