03-25-2015, 03:59 PM
I think you make a good point about the methods and technologies for pilot-to-ATF communications and data storage being outdated, MS.
I wonder if the reason it's not more sophisticated is because of costs. The commercial airline industry (at least in the US) always seems to be challenged with companies on the verge of going OOB, and/or merging in order to reduce costs and stay profitable.
I could see technology developers not wanting to invest in research and development if the ROI is unpredictable or known to be low/non-existent.
Those are just my thoughts and observations, not facts.
On a personal level, I still consider flying to be a very safe mode of transportation and one that I typically enjoy.
RIP to the downed passengers and their families; I hope there are some solid answers and explanations forthcoming on this one.
I wonder if the reason it's not more sophisticated is because of costs. The commercial airline industry (at least in the US) always seems to be challenged with companies on the verge of going OOB, and/or merging in order to reduce costs and stay profitable.
I could see technology developers not wanting to invest in research and development if the ROI is unpredictable or known to be low/non-existent.
Those are just my thoughts and observations, not facts.
On a personal level, I still consider flying to be a very safe mode of transportation and one that I typically enjoy.
RIP to the downed passengers and their families; I hope there are some solid answers and explanations forthcoming on this one.