Originally Posted by
DeltaPaySoon
Folks, I'm not a fan of Gulfstream either but I believe the focus of blame on this particular accident rests squarely on the FAA, individual airlines and the insurance companies. Regardless of background, ALL OF THEM think it's ok, or a good idea, for someone with so little experience to be in the cockpit with so many lives in their hands.
It's time to pick a fight with them before more people get killed.
Well as long as the FAA allows some companies (a.k.a. Gulfstream) to sell cockpit seats to certain pilots who are looking for a seat to warm, we will continue battle this element of inexperienced flight crewmembers in this industry.
Experience can only be gained through hard work, dedication, commitment, and patience, not a single one of those characteristics describe a pilot willing to pay for a job so that they can get ahead in their career earlier!