Quote Originally Posted by Dana View Post
Why? Granted that he demonstrated impeccable piloting skills and cool judgement in an emergency, those skills have nothing to do with what it takes to be a good administrator.
mebbe, mebbe not. some outstanding aviators have the common sense to take an admin job, surround themselves with qualified, trained, experienced desk jockeys, then go flying and let them flog their mounts. every time the boss calls all p.o.'d, fire somebody. the silk-wearers quickly learn to do their jobs right so you stay out of the office.