[P7_TOM]

Perhaps, just maybe:-

It is time the industry, across the board, let 'the government' have (so to speak) both barrels; fair and square.

'Industry' has for decades now been 'dancing – around- the Daisy's'. In short not game to speak up and tell, in no uncertain terms' just how bloody bad CASA have become. If every case like Buckley's was aired in the same manner; openly, honestly without fear of repercussions – in short – the bloody truth. IMO not only would the PM be forced to act, quickly and responsibly  his department would be incensed enough to light a rocket and aim it at the black heart of this 'out of control' agency which is, and has been for a while taking the Mickey Bliss out of the not only whatever lame duck minister sits his arse in the seat (acceptable) but the long suffering public.

For too long has industry 'gone along – to get along with the puerile rubbish CASA call 'governance'.It is not. Please look at the 'data' – a declining industry and an increased budget. Don't make sense do it?. GA industry with barely a 'safe' aerodrome to land on; diminished returns, etc. And yet the CASA budget has increased exponentially, despite a vastly diminished industry to foot this bill.

Please, someone tell me how that is logical – 'cos I'm beggared if I can see how the maths stand up.

Speak out, tell it like it is – enough of weasel words and subtle hints. It may well not dent the polish on the CASA chrome mudguards; but at least the blame may be sheeted home to where it belongs. Where's that you ask – with you; that's where. For it is industry which allowed the chimera to control business, jobs and a declining global reputation. Do not believe that Australia is held in 'high regard' – it ain't.

Buckley is but the tip of an incredibly ugly, venal, vexatious con game. You, dear reader were safer 20 years ago when 'operators' ran their own risk matrix; than you are now. Mostly because we taught pilots to 'fly' – not comply and pass exams. It is game of shadows – the looser? This poor nation, which is becoming aviation poorer by the day. Want to go flying? The fight the latest DFO for a parking spot, before you can even find a righteous flight school, let alone gain entry.

The current situation is untenable; You know it CASA know it; the government know it; all they need is a little right rudder to get 'em back on track; so push the bloody pedal.

Phew! - Thirsty now; perhaps a pint now would slake a thirst – but will it quell the anger? I think not.