you misunderstand my statement. i know there are cadet entry captains from years ago. and a captain is a captain regardless of how they got there, yes. i never said they can't make decisions like those guys, but i said its "doubtful" which is not the same same as "impossible".
i am 100% sure that a cadet entry captain would not have the same amount of decision making skills, perspective, abilites etc as a captain who came through GA. that is all i am trying to point out.
its comments like these by KPHL
If anything being a SO will make you a better Captain or First Officer... you have had several years of following your colleagues in the flight deck and learning from them....
that show these guys are CLUELESS!
don't twist my words and tell me i'm questioning the professionalism, ability and experience of captains coming from the cadet scheme! there is nothing wrong comparing cadet entry captains vs GA entry captains
