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Old 9th September 2009 | 15:07
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Captain Stable
 
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Thank you.

I've been flying for 36 years. I have flown with all sorts of Radar services - even Russian and Caribbean ones. I've used several different kinds of TCAS as they've evolved over the years. I don't need patronising.

Anyone who, when flying VFR, relies on keeping head down in the cockpit staring at a little screen when they SHOULD be looking out, seeing and avoiding, or relies on a Traffic Service from a hardworked controller at EGLF and concludes "If the guy (or gal) doesn't say anything I'm safe", needs his head examining.

Lookout first, last, and always. Lookout before turning. Lookout before descending. Lookout in the climb or descent. Lookout before any manoeuvre. Lookout.

End of story.
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