BB
Why are you so interested in what we do in the UK? Frankly I couldn't give a flying f@ck what you yanks do in the US of A. You have a system. We have ours. Your teenagers can't drink til they're 21, yet they may carry a concealed firearm at, what, 18??
Ask yourself why the US FAA does not have the same standard as does the UK?
Why would I 'ask myself' such a question, when I have absolutely no interest whatsoever in the answer? Why would I? I only fly British registered aircraft when I fly in US airspace.
We're different. You're different. I'm
very happy with the country in which I live. I guess you might be too? We are compliant with the International Civil Aviation Organisation guidance. Whereas you 'know better', and choose not to be. Apparently due to lack of money?
What's your problem?