well put Krusty
the big issue is that the regulator is too concerned at being rebuked by operators to implement global FRMS/duty limits etc., Similarly all of our unions are collectively lacking the maturity to work together or to convene an aviation industry aliance to fund relevant, specific and transparent research that would enable a more articulate argument to be held with the regulator.
Pilots and CC - whether LCC, Legacy or even offshore into Oz operators, all must be given reasonable, transparent, accountable processes and protection.
Sadly, with the ICAO agenda being shunted to the backburner yet again, it looks like we may have to wait for the Coroner to draft sensible and realistic provisions.
Idea? - Maybe we all should all walk through the cabin and have several big yawns and pretend to rub sleepy eyes when walking past any onboard pollies! ........naaw they wouldn't get the hint....Julia and Co are too busy telling employers that they won't be disadvantaged!
Keg - on the money re the bus ride - min rest is always 'reduced rest' it seems!