PJ
Yup. We agree on most things, I think.
I'll give an example:
When I started with LC in 1996 it was seen as 'good flying' to go downwind harry flatters (thats 'at cruise speed') at 1000'
and then to turn in, while slowing and configuring, through 180 degrees.
One rolled the wing up, flared and landed in one manoevre.
Nowadays, the FDA would see your ass well and truly kicked.
Progress....?
I don't think so.
We now have pilots who are **** scared to fly.
And then we wonder why they lose control?
I still hand fly a lot.
Sue me!