Originally Posted by
spannersatKL
Jumbo Driver ....agree but the damage discovered during the transit stop does the commander then use his so called 'judgement' and fly home or does he await proper maintenance to properly assess the damage?
If the DDM/MEL did not give sufficient guidance in the circumstances you describe, I would expect the Commander to contact Main Base or obtain local maintenance advice as to the acceptability of such damage before making any decision as to the serviceability of the aircraft for dispatch.
I see that as the Commander's clear legal responsibility and that's what I would do. I hope you would agree ...
JD
