Many useful observations and discussion points so far. But I see some large (statistically very significant) "elephants in the room" in this FSF study.
First, a review of the contributors (Page 1) indicates no contributors to the discussion or analysis of the study based in Africa or Asia. NONE.
Next, a review of Tables 2, 4 and 5 shows the responses to the questions asked were categorised geographically thus:
• Asia: averaged 25 or 26 % of the respondents
• Africa: averaged less than 1% of respondents
Considering where most of the world’s landing accidents occur (see ICAO stats available at:
http://www.icao.int/safety/iStars/Pa...tatistics.aspx ), the results, lessons learned and suggested actions are at best, deeply flawed. In this instance the FSF’s lack of understanding of the effects of geography, economics, politics and culture on aviation safety is apparent.