Well you don't have to draw too long a bow, to realize that money saved on 27 Flightwatch transmitters will be spent at some later date on the ATSB inquiry/accident report and the ensuing witch hunt when the accident occurs.
Dick have you started lobbying the majors(airlines) and the unions representing the pilots?
I will call the AFAP and ask if they will voice their opposition on behalf of their pilot body.
Lets hope we can stop this madness