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OBS?- Nurse take that man's OBS  

A bit of commentary on Oliver's Bollocks Survey:

P9 - Embrace the parallel universe – it’s here to stay.

P2 proposal - That said I'm personally not concerned about revealing my IP (if they want it they can more than likely get it anyway), so I propose to regurgitate said survey on here  & we can then respond to it collectively - with additional answers/etc. - take the piss and send in with a link to the 269 ASRR submissions on a PAIN email?- My proposal, other suggestions welcome.

My personal sentiments mirror pretty much those of Thorny & Gobbles..  I would add that is a bit rich for the IOS to assess CASA as per ASRR R8, when Skidmore & co have effectively done nothing but have talkfests etc. ever since Truss called for the implementation of pretty much all of the Rev Forsyth's report recommendations. 

Nope just another cynical attempt to assuage the miniscule direction - FFS!  

Hmmm.. Now that's embarrassing, of the 7 responses in over a month 4 of them are actually from CASA Admin.

Maybe it’s me that’s got this arse about.  Here we have a ‘safety’ regulator, caught with their pants down, paws in the cookie jar and a three decade long rap sheet.  This proven, beyond a reasonable doubt, by the Senate in Parliament, confirmed by an independent panel of experts, the results delivered to a Minister of the Crown.  All insisting on immediate, full scale, no holds barred reform of the REGULATOR - not the bloody regulations.  This reform demanded by the industry which supports the regulator.  Seems to me that in the face of overwhelming odds, the least the regulator could do is embrace the changes and attempt to pacify the paymaster.

It’s not as if it was just a mild suggestion – it was a clear directive for major, sweeping changes to the REGULATOR; - not the blasted regulation - both immediate and urgent.  Do CASA set about making the changes requested and required? – No, they do not.  Instead in typical cynical, underhand style a new coat of wax is added to the rusted mudguard – in just the same way that brought about the directive for reform.  The methodology applied is exactly the same as that which earned CASA the censure of the Senate and industry.  It’s piss-potical, dishonest and states clearly that no matter what – the regulatory leopard will not change it’s spots.

This dreadful survey is, rightfully, being boycotted for what it is – a perceived compliance with the minimum requirement – not a whole hearted attempt at reform.  The 'survey' makes several assumptions, which imply that the regulator is reformed and the new law is acceptable - neither is true.  CASA just don’t seem to get it – they are the problem – not the ducking solution. Everyman and his dog, from the Minister down can see it, the international community can see it, hells bells my giddy Aunt can see it – and yet CASA persist in the fantasy.  

Clean ‘em out Malcolm, before they return to the self righteous complacency which landed them in the crap in the first instance.  Bugger the regulations – REFORM CASA – the regulations will take care of themselves after that.

Aye, no doubt I’ve got the bull by the tits again, but if anyone else, apart from Slymore, believes that puerile, trite, little, one way, loaded survey is going to achieve anything but derision and disgust, let me know, so that I too may see the light and embrace life in a parallel universe.

Selah.

HL - "..I have the smallest shred of regret at starting this thread. Of particular regret is the choice of title.

Would "DAS IV: A new hope" have been more apt?

...but as others have said, hope springs eternal.

Let's all make sure we make a measured but consistent response to the survey they have asked us to complete. I wait for the results with interest.." 

&.. a voice of sanity from Frank - "..Yes it should be measured and consistent with the Forsyth Review.

I'm still waiting for the results to be implemented from that survey. Can't see what re-submitting anything will do except annoy them further. ."

I am of Frank's view i.e. it is all in the Forsyth review. How can we expect to give anywhere near and accurate assessment until that survey is fully implemented and compliant with the Minister of the Crown's FULL direction - FFS   
However if for no other reason but curiosity, let's have a look at the OBS -

Courtesy AHIA off the UP..

Measuring CASA's performance ─ aviation community survey

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Message forwarded from CASA to AHIA (and others).

CASA is listening to the aviation community and we need your help to find out more.

I encourage you to complete our survey, which can be accessed from the homepage of the CASA website, or by visiting:

www.casa.gov.au/MOP


This activity is a key part of CASA’s response to the Aviation Safety Regulation Review, which recommended CASA conduct industry surveys every two years to measure the health of the relationship.

We are keen to find out what you think about your interactions with us and measure our performance over time. In particular, we want to learn more about your experiences in complying with and understanding the regulations, applying for and renewing licences, as well as being audited.

This information will provide a benchmark, so that we know where we have to focus our efforts to strengthen the relationship.

Please forward this email to your colleagues and friends in the aviation community so that their views can also be considered.

Thank you for sharing your views.

Mark Skidmore AM
Chief Executive Officer and Director of Aviation Safety

TBC..P2