Originally Posted by
Shaggy Sheep Driver
There are serious lessons to be learned from this tragedy over and above buying Nomex undies; not least, whatever happens the first priority is to fly the aeroplane (the old aviate, navigate, communicate - in that order).
Does anyone know how the young passenger is these days?
Definitely, it goes to show training doesn't always prepare for the EFATO in the cold light of day. Sadly, when the chips were down, it seems he became overwhelmed and the right actions weren't prioritised.
I understand the passenger still works (or was working for) for the associated flying school in Liverpool. A really friendly chap, and very brave. A long recovery process I imagine, he seemed to be doing well although I haven’t seen him for a few years.
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