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Old 24th Dec 2013, 07:09
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However, it must be remembered that Just Culture is not a 'no blame' culture. In a truly just culture all employees must understand what is, and is not an acceptable standard in the conduct of their duties. Entering the wrong taxiway may be an 'honest' error, but failing to notice the narrowing taxiway or hitting the building...that has yet to be determined as being an error or negligent.
That determination wont be made on this forum or by the AAIB...Unfortunately it will be decided by the corporate suits in the company. What happens to the crew at that point will be a measure of the safety culture of BA.
You are correct, but what needs to be remembered is that there is a difference between capability and culpability. Was there reckless intention? What value to safety would punishment have? It SHOULD make a big difference in how the pilots are treated.

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