Contract
Having read , like others, enough of these reports, the AAIU can only record the facts. However it still strobes out at you...Its obvious;
Why would an individual with any scruples or credibility wish to enter into an arrangement without a contract. Particularly one with such onerous safety standards and their associated costs. See page 70. Then, post event, approach the owner to tie up this loose end. No contract, no accountability please.
One could allege that the AAIU are also unable to state that by any other name Manx2 wished to trade as a virtual airline. Based on the facts revealed by the investigator; clearly the worst kind, exploiting loop holes and grey areas to line pockets.
The big wheels of Commercial Air Transport grind slowly towards minimising accidents and no individual, team, organisation, system or barrier can be expected to perform flawlessly. However, Weeds like this ticket seller need to be stamped on quickly.
So, would the former post holders responsible please shuffle away from the aviation arena, own up to your culpability, and let the rest of those professional and upstanding custodians of Air Safety get on and try to improve this dynamic and complex activity.