Originally Posted by
DeadHead
Again, Skyhigh, how are you coming to these conclusions? What kind of background were you coming from? What kind of flying have you done?
I'm just curious about where your talking points are coming from. If you are saying that you are a well-informed media expert, then I think we can leave the discussion.
Personally I just find hard to believe any pilot would speak so lightly about his or her trade.
What is your basis on using the argument that with technology advancements our overall safety improves?
If your theory holds any accuracy, then how come the same formula is not true for vehicular accidents?
After getting a four year degree in aviation I started out as a flight instructor then Alaskan bush pilot to be followed by a few years of jet/turbine charter pilot and was laid off after working for years as a regional and then 757 LCC pilot.
Look around even on this web site there are lots of professional pilots who share the same views as I. I arrived at my opinions after more than two decades of studying aviation.
In regards to your question about auto safety I do not understand what you are getting at. Cars are safer due to advancements in technology.
Skyhigh