So a few guys here are jumping out with their shpiels about saving lives and PIC authority, etc.

What I think they're failing to realize is the difference between a Rapid D and a Slow D. Improperly handled the latter is deadlier than the former. I've had the privelege of experiencing the Slow version in the airplane and it can be quite confusing. Finally don't forget this is a "private pilot"... Aka the "more money than brains club" (similar to many of the warbird enthusiasts), don't expect anything more than a confused reponse to any problem they're faced with.