If Part 61 commences on 1 September 2014, that will show they’ve learnt nothing from, or are happy to ignore, the implications of the submissions to the Review.
If they appoint anyone as DAS on the ground of his or her aeronautical experience, that will show they’ve learnt nothing from, or are happy to ignore, history.
Dick Smith wouldn’t be silly enough to take the DAS job. He’d much rather be Chairman of the Board, where he has the luxury of strong opinions and no responsibility.
Interesting times...