Nigelh;
Ok fine Sid... So you wouldn't crop spray , sling load , or winch would you ??
I take it you failed to read the bit of my post that said;
"Of course we all know that there's no problem flying in 'the shaded areas', much like flying over the sea beside the cliffs … until the donkey stops that is!"
p.s. You forgot to mention, low level tactical flying, fast roping, abseiling, fire fighting, lake/river rescue, etc in your list
Flying outside of auto distance of land is totally different and you should have floats !!
So instead of having a go at certain people here, why don't you get out and spread the word around in your circle of influence?