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To all; Having read most of the email concerning the recent gounding of all VFR flight, I have come to the conclusion that it is justified up to this point and probably justified for some time in the future. Some ask why VFR flight is still permitted in Alaska. I think it is clear that terrorist attacks are considerably less likely in a remote area like Alaska and the economy of Alaska and the well-being of its citizens are dependent to a great degree on VFR flight for both food and medical attention. It would constitute a public hazard to do otherwise. In contrast to Alaska the lower 48 present different problems and require a different solution. The entire US economy and well-being of its citizens is dependent, to a large degree, on the functioning of a live and well airline industry. On the other hand it is not so dependent on the vast majority of GA VFR flights that are for the most part discretionary. An approach to showing American solidarity and commitment to a common cause at the expense of a few was shown by all major professional sports associations. It would have been appropriate for the GA community to follow their lead and vote to ground themselves voluntarily for the good of the country; a gesture that would have won us public approval and admiration. Not only would such a gesture be of great help to us, it would have been the right thing to do. It has been noted that there is a bail-out being prepared for the airline industry. It is clear to me that this is an attempt to support a vital US interest and is appropriate. It is also appropriate to bail out the GA community as well. It is being hit just as hard, if not harder, by the current national security sanctions on VFR flight. I am aware that the opinions expressed here will not be read with enthusiasm by many of those who subscribe to this list. However, I felt it necessary to voice my opinion in the hopes that few would respond positively, a few might change their mind and a few might merely reconsider their point of view. Sincerely, Joe Hinig ==^================================================================ EASY UNSUBSCRIBE click here: http://topica.com/u/?aVxiLm.aVzvvT Or send an email To: [EMAIL PROTECTED] This email was sent to: [EMAIL PROTECTED] T O P I C A -- Register now to manage your mail! http://www.topica.com/partner/tag02/register ==^================================================================
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