MJ
We always cross swords on this issue a BASA has to be the right way forward! Other than legal problems.validation problems for a number of member states the main reason is light at the end of the tunnel with a BASA!
Why else do you think the delay has happened and what is wrong with a FAA transport Canada type conversion ? God you are so fixed in he past?
Anyway I hope you're not eventually right as it will stick EASA firmly as not a forward looking organisation but one driven by political and protectionism only
Pace