dalek
I never operated the Hercules although I did have a couple of "rides" in the Sim before a tour at Boscombe.
The only 4 engined RAF aircraft I have operated is the BAe 146.
My point of view is quite simple:-
1. To fly at low level directly towards high ground is not necessarily the best option.
2. To fly at high speed at low level directly towards high ground whilst carrying Pax is foolish.
3. To fly at high speed at low level directly towards high ground shrouded in mist and low cloud whilst carrying Pax is crass stupidity which can only result in a finding of Gross Negligence irrespective of whether such action results in an accident or not.
I trust I make myself clear.