So sue away folks. I have no loyalty to these accountant managed airlines or manufacturers. They've destroyed this profession and many others by lying and cheating. If this malfunction was in any way related to cutting corners at some point along the required processes, then why should we defend that?
Actually, Have to agree with that. I've left the industry partly as It wasn't the career Id hoped for.
If an airline intentionally skimps of maintenance etc, they deserve it.
My beef is the way people sue for anything (even out of the pilots or Airlines control). It should be on the ticket that no Aircraft can be guaranteed to never fail. (otherwise those 6 monthly Sims sessions were a waist of time and money, the Aircraft/Engine/Hydraulics CANNOT possibly fail.
Every time we drive on the road or motorway, we are subjecting ourselves to risk. But we chose to travel rather than stay at home. The flying public should understand flying is subject to risks too, albeit small, and unless its gross negligence, they shouldn't be allowed to sue. Just IMHO.