Originally Posted by
SpecialTracking
I tend to disagree. Yes, what we have is a scripted program, not well suited for discussion, facilitated by the special project gurus at United. I thought my facilitators did a good job presenting what was in front of them. I often wonder if there are times when certain events are produced for our benefit or to placate the concerns of others on the sideline. Be it mutual or not, I did find the class somewhat beneficial. I think it's important to have FO's involved and not just senior Captains since they can relate timely bonehead moves that many of us have made. The more perspective, the better.
What you describe would be better suited if coordinated and facilitated by ALPA Air Safety and ERC members. I think behind closed doors, a true learning experience would occur.
We had one Capt and one FO facilitator in IAD... Training was well planned and the two facilitators did a great job IMO.