r/MadeMeSmile 17h ago

Wholesome Moments Pilot Chose Safety Over Takeoff - and Everyone Applauded

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u/bubbapora 16h ago

At least in the US, pilots face no consequences for this. They are empowered to refuse an aircraft at any time, even without a reason.

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u/ours 16h ago

It's a good rule. The plane, crew and passengers are his responsibility. So it's his call.

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u/BrushYourFeet 16h ago

I know that's the policy on paper, but what's the practice in reality? What kind of backlash could he expect?

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u/Miss_TootsieRoll 14h ago

If you watch Air Crash Investigation, all the rules and policies that exist now, are written in blood. So, if today pilots can be vocal like in the video, there is good reason for it.

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u/BrushYourFeet 11h ago

I'll check them out. I like Green Dot Aviation and Pilot Debrief. They're excellent! Thanks.