Methinks, if Mr Runciman's personal or career requirements are suddenly so demanding that he must forego attending the AGM meeting that is so important to some 10,000 paid up members that he is supposed to be guiding, then maybe it's time he recognizes and acknowledges,(despite whether his past efforts have been effective or not), that he is not properly filling the position and as such, should tender his resignation. Nobody gave me the money that I fund my flying with - I'd hate to see part of it being used to finance an unnecessary and frivolous defence. Is it too hot in the RAA kitchen? I'm Not Happy Jan!