There are few things that make jump for joy in the airline industry but this is one of them. I hope the proposals go ahead soon. I DARE any airline executive to object to these necessary amendments on grounds of cost. 'But its not fair: we'll have to recruit more pilots'.
The next big accident might be fatigue related. A first stage in the error chain might be prevented my this amendment.
It is heartening to know that CHIRP may produce tangible benefits to the passengers. Also that the regulatory authorities take note of the research produced by the team at DERA.
Safety first, profit second.
[This message has been edited by Wig Wag (edited 29 June 2001).]