Originally Posted by
skypest
The document was revised and updated in 2016. Still relevant and the policy of the UAL MEC.
I find your attitude to be beligerent and dismissive of Captains that operate with the highest level of safety in mind.
The MEL was never created to allow aircraft to operate around the globe with inoperative safety equipment. It was created to get aircraft back into a position where maintenace can be performed.
It is apparent that you have some chip on your shoulder concerning refusals by Captains. Fine. That's your right.
Pest
Actually, the MEL was created to allow revenue flights with inoperative equipment. It is not just a ferry permit. Maybe that's not what you like or how you think it should be, but that is how it is. Yes the repairs should be made at the earliest opportunity, but a 1 hour turn through a hub is not an opportunity for most repairs.
And yes, I have no doubt there are troublemakers out there. Just because you've never seen them doesn't mean they don't exist. They are outliers on the curve and are few, but they are out there.