I could list dozens of other examples, but the point seems self-evident. Recording inside the cockpit (showing the flight crew) understandably is very controversial. But would it make sense (and is it technically feasible) to record outward, and capture that data on future data recorders?
Some earlier discussion here:
http://www.pprune.org/rumours-news/4...mandatory.html
Like so many of these safety reporting and recording innovations (CVR, QAR, ASAP), we'll be assured initially that the information can never be used for discipline, is totally anonymous and is only harvested to promote safety. However, over time things will somehow change...