"Jim Weir" wrote in message

Until then, what you say is poppycock.

I can't address the aviation side of this, but people have, and do, redefine
reality in bizarre ways to effect an advantage. About 15 years ago I needed
a carburetor replacement on a Chrysler minivan at about 50K miles. The
dealer and higher Chrysler people told me with a straight face that it was
not covered by the 7/70 powertrain warranty because the carburetor was not
part of the powertrain, but merely an accessory attached to the engine. I
eventually won the argument, but they really did try.