If the EMERG Lube was working, then yes I would drive the 14nm (thanks for that figure) or 7 minutes to a dry feet landing. If it was not working then I'd likely ditch on a flat sea, or maybe still drive 7 minutes if night and sea state 6 because I am not a brave man.
After the Bond incident recently, I cannot believe there would be any question that the EMERG Lube would absolutely work. No self-respecting operator, airworthiness authority or OEM would have taken the chance to dispatch without ensuring it works.
The Bond 225 had a short history of telltales that were discounted until the incident. Did the CHC one have the same? We can wait for the AAIB report, unlike other countries they are accurate, thorough, and eventually publish their findings.
Last edited by malabo; 24th October 2012 at 20:04.