The Hi Viz vest debate continues....
To the chaps saying they have attended rampside injuries I have some simple questions -was the unfortunate person hit by an aeroplane, or a vehicle? Was it at a GA aerodrome or a major airport? Was it a bright sunny day or miserable/dark?
Anyone with half a brain knows that common sense should prevail for the "do I wear a Hi-vis vest" question. You land at Gatwick/Manchester/Birmingham where there are probably more ramp vehicles than aeroplanes - putting on a vest might be a good idea when you dismount your steed!! White waltham, Barton, Shoreham maybe one vehicle (if any) airside and likely to be a bright red fire truck/landrover at that - not necessary!!
Even at the Regional airports like Blackpool or Norwich - just how many vehicles are there? I cant help but think that its more about separating commercial pax from airport autherised people.Remember, get a Hi-Vis vest and a clipboard and you will not be acosted for anything , anywhere.....
All I can add is thank god its not reached aerodromes here....yet!!
Regards, SD..