John R
I would have to agree that not even briefing me on the matter is bad and also the fact that it was a revenue flight.
Im currently based out of Europe right now and the country im in dont care about health and safety or any regard to passenger comfort.
The one thing I learnt here is to keep your mouth shut or you will end up in some serious trouble because the country is corrupt as!!!
If I felt that I wasnt able to handle it I would of clearly stated it to him and then I would of left the company soon after. But on the other hand it wasnt exactly a big safety risk when at 400 feet you have the auto pilot in and runway heading.
Some people may agree its a bad idea and some may agree its a good idea. I personally think it was very good experience and something I can tell people in discussions like this..but im hoping it doesnt come all the time.