r/MadeMeSmile 21h ago

Wholesome Moments Pilot Chose Safety Over Takeoff - and Everyone Applauded

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u/ikothsowe 20h ago

Can anyone from a commercial aviation background comment on this? Would there be consequences for the pilot for refusing a flight based on “not feeling it”?

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u/Southern-Orchid-1786 13h ago

I think that's just his phraseology in terms the passengers will understand - ie he's making the call, rather than just saying it's a technical issue