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Old 7th May 2014, 00:48
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Ampan;
“Cases of aircraft flying directly into snow-covered terrain in clear air, but with an unbroken low overcast, have been so numerous in aviation history as to be a matter of common knowledge among pilots who fly at low altitudes in polar regions and in northern Europe and Canada in the winter months.” (Mahon’s 1981 report, page 71)
ANZ was not experienced in flying under these conditions. ANZ still isn't a Europe/Canada style operation. Best ask the ANZ flight ops department of the day how much training they gave fleet Captains and crews of the day in relation to whiteout.

Ornis;
Sounds more like syphilis.
Typical response. At least we now know about your area of expertise!
And;
Whiteout whitewash, hogwash, I don't care, I just don't want to fly with these pilots
. Another stupid comment. Go back to flying your little Caravans mate.
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