Originally Posted by
nimslow
You don't have to flat out accept it either. You have pro-standards. Thing is, a big part of being a good FO, is learning to be a chameleon. Know your stuff, do a good job, and realize there is a big difference between technique, and procedure.
Just because the other guy, or gal might not do it the way you would, doesn't mean they are doing it wrong. As painful as it may be, some of the stories you hear may be good. You might even learn some useful information, no matter what seat you are sitting in.
The pilots you fly with may not have your experiences, but you might be able to learn from them. I make it a priority take something away from every flight, and every one I fly with, Good or bad.
Absolutely agree with this statement, one big problem we have at Eagle is the fact that a lot of our Captains haven't been FO in decades or ever! They forget what is like to be an FO and do what you are saying, and they are set in their ways.