Vx vs. Vy

[172driver]

Yes, but if you are VFR trying to get through a hole, sometimes Vx is necessary. It's just like clearing the trees on takeoff. I think that was the intention of the previous post.

 

[ksu_aviator]

How many FO's have second jobs that may even pay more than what they earn here a Mesaba

Well, obviously he made the correct choice. But I hope he had practiced that maneuver first. I don't think that your higher ups are right for putting a pilot on probation for making a good decision.

With nothing but trees in front of him, I don't see a good scenario ahead.

My rule...do it as you brief it but don't follow the rules to your death. Thats like not firewalling an engine in windshear...who cares if the engine is still good after you crash? Same applies here. The brief wasn't a good brief. You have to be able to seperate what is right versus what is written. Make good decisions and have good situational awareness. You can't brief every possible scenario either.