Originally Posted by
t43562
Isn't this a bit of an excuse? If it's not simple, then presumably that's because it was grossly underestimated.
Unfortunately while the rules are fairly clear, the interpretation can still be complex - EASA offer a 2 week course on their regs on this. EASA will provide advice (presumably so will the FAA) but this is often seen as encouraging additional risk so some companies don't do it. In my experience the accountants have an undue influence on this. Personally I see this as adding uncertainty but there you go...
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