frazer1981 Posted November 20, 2008 Share Posted November 20, 2008 This looks like it must of been a scary time for all involved. Maybe Norman has more info but maybe if the pilot though something werent right when the co-pilot arrived at the airport then he shouldnt of allowed him to fly? Just a discussion as im not aware of who calls the shots regarding this? http://www.aaiu.ie/upload/general/11139-0.pdf Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
norman Posted November 20, 2008 Share Posted November 20, 2008 OK Frazer, I'll give it a go. This sort of thing happens occasionally, it isn't a major drama if the symptoms displayed by the incapacitated pilot are benign. It can be more interesting if the symptoms/reaction from the incapacitated crew member are more severe as has been the case on just a couple of occasions. The Air Canada captain did a good job, followed his company procedures landing without incident as you would expect. Putting someone in the vacant seat isn't essential to the safety of the operation but a spare pair of hands is seldom wasted and the company can add to the conviviality of the moment. It also relaxes the rest of the crew who wouldn't like the idea of there being one pilot alone up there. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
frazer1981 Posted November 20, 2008 Author Share Posted November 20, 2008 So all in all its a good job all round. I do hope the ill pilot is ok and making a recovery and i hope he will one day fly again Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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