Correct me if I'm wrong, but I don't believe BEagle is suggesting that we have a moderator.
It is difficult to suggest that we narrow down the scope of the threads or discussions; and I certainly don't feel that we should limit the forum to aircrew. That would lead to an insular and self-centred field of debate. The threads can only be enriched by a diversity of opinion.
However, I do get the feeling that some people using this forum enjoy being deliberately obtuse. Many of the topics discussed are, by their very nature, emotive. It is wrong to attempt to disguise ill feeling in the form of 'banter'. This reveals a lack of character on the behalf of the protagonist.
I always relish informed and, if necessary, heated debate. We should all be able to put forward our perspectives in a reasoned and positive manner. Moreover, we are (most of us anyway) military personnel. If we cannot show some self-discipline then who can?
[This message has been edited by Adastral (edited 20 February 2001).]