Thats a fearsome long bow you're trying to draw there
prospector -not every incident in aviation
can or
should be related to Erebus.
It strikes me that there are two previous incidents that may (or may not!) bear some thought in relation to this. Think of the Moke Lake region, close to Lake Wakatipu; think of two Cessna 172's in that area and the results of the advanced training being conducted in both of those circumstances. Then think about this one.
Anything strike you?
Originally Posted by remoak
It's a valid exercise if carried out in a safe manner...
Concur, with the addition of: ...
when conducted by appropriately trained, competent and current instructors -at an appropriate level and in an appropriate location.