An honest unit. I know this is a 'pilots' forum, but all day, every day, (Hiundai) we, (the pilots) depend so very much on what this group of unsung folk do, it's scary. Like dependable engines, when the doo doo (rare occasion) hits the windmill, there is the calm quiet voice of hope; fully trained and qualified, fit to work, not fatigued with back up.
I, like many depend on the fact (hope now) that they are there when most needed, it's an almost symbiotic relationship. Rarely does an ATC (stuff the spin) or FSO misread the unspoken prayer for service. Brothers in arms ?, you could say so without too much fear of contradiction.
Thank you Mr. Livingston, Selah.
That the ATC guy is whacked out, fatigued, buggered about or not able to go for a wee wee is unacceptable. If ever there was a need to ensure service it is now; perhaps the Naval check "3 greens" should be reinstated, for civil use. At least half the silly buggers would the check Gear Down somewhere between 1500 and 384 feet; but, who would be responsible for that?,
As Grip Pipe would say, yes Minister – it's all bollocks (at 300 knots a piece, (that's 600 knots closing which is 10 nautical miles per minute).
CASA fuss over pilots 1 minute on duty, but ATC (their remit), oh well, the lads and laddetes will cope.` Probably through sheer professionalism , but for how long?.
Steam off.
