Well past one o'clock, time for a break......
Should I look at the thread? No. I've left it.
After browsing a few other threads which interest me ....
Well perhaps just a quick look, but I won't be drawn in whatever's been posted.
Mistake!
Genghis Of course, if circumstances are such that a choice has to be made, it's far more important to be safe than within the law. I do not consider breaking the law is worse than compromising safety, any more than I consider breaking the law is necessarily unsafe.
I thought it was clear from my various posts that I attach great importance to the safety assessment which a pilot must make if considering flying a RIAB. If it wasn't, I'm grateful to you for giving me the opportunity to clarify my position so that others don't misunderstand what I meant.
Final3G Let's try an example away from RIABs.
Flying aerobatics over unpopulated areas is not irresponsible. Flying aerobatics over a town is.
Why would the general public hearing that argument not receive it kindly?
People argue all sorts of things, but how could anyone argue
credibly that regulations should be introduced to remove our privilege to fly aeros in a safe place?
Back to RIAB:
I don't suggest it is smart to fly a RIAB 'just because you can'. I am saying there is nothing wrong with flying a RIAB unless it is done at a time and place which is unsafe, in which case there is a great deal wrong with it.
ie In my opinion, provided it is executed safely (and legally) the manoeuvre is a non-issue.
"The last thing we need is more regulation, brought on by our own lack of forethought." I agree - but I don't accept that flying a
safe RIAB demonstrates a lack of forethought likely to result in the introduction of more regulations.
"I don't really see what the problem is. I'm not suggesting that anything be banned, just that we all act in a mutually responsible manner." Agreed.
Makes mental note: Don't make the same mistake at the tea-time break. 