Herb was a pioneer in the airline industry. I admire his wisdom and his foresight. SWA has made flying affordable and enjoyable for millions of travelers and to see consistent profitable years in this industry is a remarkable accomplishment. I LUV SWA!
When flying as a passenger, I like to log onto the airliner's wifi and then see which flight is outside my window. Thank you FlightAware, you're amazing!
My thoughts exactly. Is the cockpit management problem about the person in the right seat not assertive enough to tell the person in the left seat, "we are going around while we still can!" I suppose one could argue that if the ILS was operational and given how much some airlines apparently depend on automation, this accident would not have happened, however this accident occurred during VFR conditions and the ability to land a plane using visual references is still a piloting requirement.
Just wondering if pressing the "FLCH SPD" would have been appropriate during an approach on other Boeing airliners or if this works differently on the B-777? And, does dis-engaging the A/P and A/T during a visual approach procedure differ among other airline policies? If yes, why is this so?
Just wondering if pressing the "FLCH SPD" would have been appropriate during an approach on other Boeing airliners or if this works differently on the B-777? And, does dis-engaging the A/P and A/T during a visual approach procedure differ among other airline policies? If yes, why is this so?
