F/O Minimums
If a pilot satisfactorily demonstrates in training the ability to operate to minimums/maximums then the PF/PNF role should be interchangeable
Whilst I don't have a real problem with this, how would the captain on the day know what limitis the F/O was approved to handle?
In BOAC days I undersand P2's used to have a 'Landing Card' that captains signed after a landing, they initially would approve 'day only, max 10kts wind' or whatever and gradually up the limits to whatever company procedures allowed. We have moved forwards from that (in BA) to Cat 1 and 2/3 max allowable X/w straight from training - I don't think that is a bad position to be in - maybe it could change to aircraft limits with the provision of a sim check prior to issue of the 3rd stripe and promotion to SFO? At least then there would be evidence for the captain in the form of an extra stripe. When it comes to joiners with previous experience, give them a 3rd stripe from day one.