There's simply no substitute for experience in terms of aviation safety.
Sentiment: POSITIVE
There's no experience like on-the-job training.
Aviation is the branch of engineering that is least forgiving of mistakes.
There aren't many people around with the stomach or the knowledge to delve into the airline industry.
Experience is one thing you can't get for nothing.
There is no substitute for taking off in flight in front of a live audience.
There's no such thing as a natural-born pilot.
The experienced fighting pilot does not take unnecessary risks. His business is to shoot down enemy planes, not to get shot down.
I've spent my life as an airplane mechanic, pilot, aircraft manufacturer and airline CEO who never lost a life or an airplane. I am considerate of the risk we take every time we fly. I also know we need to fly and always to improve safety.
And, of course, customers really need to feel safe and are seeking reassurance when they fly.
Pilots are not the threat.