E bloody nuff - already.
I find, I can live quiet happily with the ‘private’ end of GA tearing itself apart; the contribution to the ‘economy of scale’ just don’ t signify. Same as a golf club – or tennis club – even the local RSL – all tearing at each other with internal – highly personalised – “politics”. That’s their affair and of little interest to me.
But, when the financial or ego fuelled spats become a weapon for the ‘powers that be’ then; it is time to say something. These insignificant, small minded quarrels are like the kids playing up before lights out. One tolerates it – for a short while before the magic words – “if you don’t knock it off - I’m sending Mum up there”.
The ‘real-deal’ GA belongs to the AOC holders; those operating turbine aircraft, lifting heavy loads, doing charters and providing not only useful service, but employment and taxable revenue. It belongs to those who have vision and buy jet aircraft to meet a perceived market demand. GA belongs to those who build up flight schools, invest the house and the kids education in bringing that dream to a reality. The petty squabbles of minority groups cannot possibly be of any significance, whatsoever, in the great scheme of risk and investment in aviation related business. There would be fuel for the Tupperware club if there was a charter operator – maybe even a Ginger Beer; there would be ‘facilities’ at remote aerodromes if there was a RPT service; hell, there may even be a local aero club if someone thought there was a living to be made at a rural destination. None of the loud, aggressive ‘private’ groups provide these incentives – they just whine and snivel because those facilities ain’t there. Make me sick. Small children screaming because the ice-cream man ain’t there. Wake up, smell the fire – GA (big, professional end) is burning.
I say: a ducking air show in some misbegotten, bindii infested paddock may well thrill some rubbernecking Looky loo’s and bring in a few dollars for them what runs it. But will any of those toddle off and start the process for an AOC? Will any of the enthusiasts put a brick wall in front of CAO 48.1? How many of them have to live with the unbelievable Part 61 or even Part 135 ? I’ll tell you how many: none of ‘em.
This sort of behavior is not only counterproductive, but provides those who would dismiss ‘GA’ as a rag-tag, amateur lash up with much ammunition to support that case. “I fly for fun” Bully – if things get much worse for the non airline industry section, there won’t be much fun left in it.
Bloody amateurs; get real or shut up. If you can’t do that then please; have your Willy measuring competitions in private. There are those who are trying to preserve jobs and create new ones in a very difficult climate, while attracting the investment they need to grow.
GA is a bit more than a Tupperware jolly in good weather – a lot more. Lead – or follow; but FCOL stay out from under the real GA’s feet.
Yes; I’ve lost my rag about this – so what?
Toot – bloody Toot (FCOL).
I find, I can live quiet happily with the ‘private’ end of GA tearing itself apart; the contribution to the ‘economy of scale’ just don’ t signify. Same as a golf club – or tennis club – even the local RSL – all tearing at each other with internal – highly personalised – “politics”. That’s their affair and of little interest to me.
But, when the financial or ego fuelled spats become a weapon for the ‘powers that be’ then; it is time to say something. These insignificant, small minded quarrels are like the kids playing up before lights out. One tolerates it – for a short while before the magic words – “if you don’t knock it off - I’m sending Mum up there”.
The ‘real-deal’ GA belongs to the AOC holders; those operating turbine aircraft, lifting heavy loads, doing charters and providing not only useful service, but employment and taxable revenue. It belongs to those who have vision and buy jet aircraft to meet a perceived market demand. GA belongs to those who build up flight schools, invest the house and the kids education in bringing that dream to a reality. The petty squabbles of minority groups cannot possibly be of any significance, whatsoever, in the great scheme of risk and investment in aviation related business. There would be fuel for the Tupperware club if there was a charter operator – maybe even a Ginger Beer; there would be ‘facilities’ at remote aerodromes if there was a RPT service; hell, there may even be a local aero club if someone thought there was a living to be made at a rural destination. None of the loud, aggressive ‘private’ groups provide these incentives – they just whine and snivel because those facilities ain’t there. Make me sick. Small children screaming because the ice-cream man ain’t there. Wake up, smell the fire – GA (big, professional end) is burning.
I say: a ducking air show in some misbegotten, bindii infested paddock may well thrill some rubbernecking Looky loo’s and bring in a few dollars for them what runs it. But will any of those toddle off and start the process for an AOC? Will any of the enthusiasts put a brick wall in front of CAO 48.1? How many of them have to live with the unbelievable Part 61 or even Part 135 ? I’ll tell you how many: none of ‘em.
This sort of behavior is not only counterproductive, but provides those who would dismiss ‘GA’ as a rag-tag, amateur lash up with much ammunition to support that case. “I fly for fun” Bully – if things get much worse for the non airline industry section, there won’t be much fun left in it.
Bloody amateurs; get real or shut up. If you can’t do that then please; have your Willy measuring competitions in private. There are those who are trying to preserve jobs and create new ones in a very difficult climate, while attracting the investment they need to grow.
GA is a bit more than a Tupperware jolly in good weather – a lot more. Lead – or follow; but FCOL stay out from under the real GA’s feet.
Yes; I’ve lost my rag about this – so what?
Toot – bloody Toot (FCOL).