Pilots probably understand a lot of the risks involved with flying when it comes to the mechanical function of aircraft as well as training standards for pilots. If parts on the plane are not functioning properly, they are unsafe to fly. If a pilot has not had the proper training, whether that be flying in general or aircraft specific, then they are unsafe to fly. Some level of risk IS accepted though. If a part is not likely to fail or if it does fail and its function is not critical to flight then you can accept that level of risk. If a pilot has not had all the training needed then they are more likely to fail and this would be critical to the success of the flight and so you would not accept that risk. But if that pilot is flying with another qualified pilot, then the likelihood of a critical event occurring has been reduced, and then you can accept that risk.
This is interesting, Kevin- I stumbled upon your profile and for some reason was surprised. Never thought there was such a thing as flight surgeons. But once I think about it, of course!
This is interesting, Kevin- I stumbled upon your profile and for some reason was surprised. Never thought there was such a thing as flight surgeons. But once I think about it, of course!