Here's a comparison of experience that led to predictable outcomes:
Capt Chesley Sullenberger
- 20,000 hours
- Bachelor of Science, US Air Force Academy
- Master's Degree, Industrial Psycology, Purdue University
- Master's Degree, Public Administration, University of North Colorado
- ALPA local Safety Chairman, Accident Investigator, National Safety Technical Representative
- Saved 155 lives
Capt Marvin Renslow
- 3,200 hours
- Aviation Degree, Guilford Technical Community College, North Carolina
- 5 unsatisfactory checkrides
- Caused 50 deaths
Experience matters.
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