Thanks very much Datcon.
The detail is very interesting and does show up the CAA. I do hope they learn from it and don't waste money in this way again.
As you say, I'm sure the pilot has learnt his lesson too.
But what about the school? We all have seen how badly out the fuel log was AND they were encouraging pilots to keep fuel loads down (against the flying order book). I have seen a similar situation in a training environments where they would have a number of low-time PPL hirers who might be pressured into a similar situation. Surely this practice would make a worthy investigation. Any thoughts anyone?