Interesting reading, but allow me to make on or two comments/statemants!
Yes, ALL the companies in Maun work on a generic W&B program and weights stipulated in our SOP and OPS Manuals.
BUT, it is still up to the pilot in command to make that judgement call to say, yes this is ALL GOOD or No you cant make this flight with these weight. Certainly in our company you are NEVER allowed to fly overweight! You do so, its at your own risk, should something go wrong, well, then face the music!
But, I'm not saying that over weight flying doesnt happen over here! Some companies turn a blind eye
! Is it right.......HELL NO!
So, doesnt matter when you first see your pax and their ten tonnes of luggage, its your responsibility to make the right judgement call whether you can or cant fly with that weight!