fishbangwallop.
just had to register and post after reading some of the posts doubting Scottish . I was the "PA28" drive that Easter Sunday when the engine chewed a valve. From my perspective I could not have asked for anymore assistance than was given - It was only when I got down safely that I realised how much was being done in the background for me - luckily it was not needed - calling a Mayday early on was to my way of thinking the only sensible way to proceed.Training and experience kicking in no doubt. All I had to do was nurse the engine back to Cumbernauld. Pity Vince didn't have the where with all to declare a PAN situation. The outcome could have been very different. I don't belive ATC should be second guessing any pilots intentions. It's a two way exchange
Thanks again and I owe you big time.