KAL is KAL
piratepete,
To quote an old line training instructor I once had..."All I'm say'in...."
KAL has a well deserved reputation and history and any "career" professional contract pilot would know. Their modus operandi, both in training and on the line is well known.
Sun Sue (not sure of the spelling) in the art of war stated, if you know your enemy better than thy self, you will never suffer a defeat.
So my post stands....do your homework, read theirbooks on theirprocedures, study their(Korean) history, attitudes and culture.
Jezzzz...if I was going to spend the money for them to type me - I'd really make sure I fitted in and openly agree with everything they say (you can have your own mind in private).
Lastly, "pay'in your dues"...if your over there as a means to get that command seat before your really ready for it - you belong in a casino.
The instructors may be ex-Air Force neanderthals but they can spot sweaty palms a mile off.
TWN PPL has alluded to the bottom line - Its their train set......