Well expressed opinion of the reason why so many aircrew who used to post here and knew what they were talking about have long gone. This site is now largely populated by those who know nothing about the subject but nevertheless express themselves and their ignorance. It is also populated by many who are clearly disgruntled and looking for an outlet to vent their spleen.
Now the above should provide an ideal opening for the typical Prune slagging match and this thread is still so young!