Is this a ridiculous over-reaction?
Surely the density of the volcanic pumice matter is the key to the safety of flight. The doctrinal application of flight cancellations is stupid. I have yet to see any evidence of high-concentration airborne pumice clouds.
I think the en-masse cancellation of flights is a monstrous over-reaction.
Why are International airlines of global experience and significant reputation continuing to fly? Why is Virgin exercising discretion when the QANTAS group have applied a 'chicken licken' approach?
In the aftermath of this crisis of silliness - there had better be some good answers.