While I suspect that there are indeed charlatans posting on these forums, I would imagine that 'real pilots' will have them sussed out. I am unfortunately not a pilot (despite my handle seemingly referring to a type of aircraft) - where in reality it is derived from my liking of casino related activities and is a reference I adopted long before the triple seven was on the drawing board!
Certainly, in my work related forum, you can usually spot the people who have litttle or no experience, however, such forums are an excellent tool for gathering information and assistance.
Despite some of the technical terminology which goes straight over my head at times, I do like to read other peoples perspectives of their own jobs and how they deal with various circumstances. What I do like about PPRuNe is the 'non aviation related' threads - in particular the computer/internet troubleshooting thread. I have gained some great tips and advice from this section and I am grateful.
I do fly quite a lot and I have an interest in aviation, however, I would never think of posting something on a thread I knew nothing about. If there was something that I needed to know relating to aviation - I would ask on this forum and I know the majority of contributors would assist in answering.
Yes, I am a habitual lurker and despite Mrs 777 suggesting I spend too much time on this forum - well tough is all I say!
