Excellent thread content, sad outcome for Asiana.
I'm not a heavy jet pilot, having spent my time in P3 and Nimrod, however I am completely puzzled by some of the comments here.
My basic training started with a final approach technique of "Aimpoint, Aspect, Airspeed". A fairly simple but critical and very effective work cycle to keep the aircraft on the rails to touch down. I used it throughout my career no matter which aircraft and still use it today. We were taught that "Speed is life and more is better" and this is essentially critical for all aircraft on the final approach. Apart for more speed not necessarily being ideal for slippery jets (I understand that nuance)
Q. Is airspeed not monitored by both pilots on final, in a modern jet airliner? Surely I am wrong........
