Originally Posted by
DeltaboundRedux
My understanding is pilot mishaps on the ramp at Delta are incredibly rare. The yellow vest became a thing because the ATL airport authority was [trolling for fines] very safety conscious.
There was (supposedly) a pilot who managed to knock himself out ducking under the fuselage and head contacting a probe/door/airframe. A jacket wouldn't help in this scenario.
But a hard hat would.
Be careful what you wish for.
I don't understand the pushback against vests required on walk arounds. It's standard fare internationally and a common sense improvement in safety, particularly at night.
Hard hats would be tougher call, especially since rampers don't wear them