The lack of an indate licence i agree to a point does not make 1 incapable..
However, I hold a Bronze C glider pilot licence.. i'll just strap in and launch !!
I'm licenced, no problem, however, i aint flown for sometime, therefore i know that i will need a check flight to ensure not only my safety, but that of fellow aviators and those on the ground.
In my book, there was gross negligence on the part of Mcrae, he would have known full well he was out of date.. if not then he shouldn't hold a licence in the first place. Basic requiremnt of PPL i was taught, ensure you are up to date.
Would you share the same view of an unlicenced driver wiping out your family during a shopping trip ??
I think not somehow...!!
No licence, dont drive ...!!
No licence, dont fly...!!