Richard Branson interview part 1

The transcript discusses the emotional impact of recent news on a team of 400 people who have worked on a program for 10 years. It highlights the importance of working with the NTSB to determine the cause of an incident and the potential setbacks it may cause. The speaker expresses hope that the issue can be resolved within four to six months. The discussion also touches on the risks involved, comparing them to early airline travel, and emphasizes the need for safety improvements.

How did the team feel upon receiving the news?

• Indifferent and unaffected

• Confused and disoriented

• Gutted and heartbroken

• Excited and hopeful

What is the primary focus of the team after the incident?

• To work with the NTSB to find the cause

• To start a new project

• To celebrate their achievements

• To ignore the incident and move on

What determines the extent of the setback?

• The amount of funding available

• The number of people involved

• The level of media coverage

• The clarity and identifiability of the cause

What comparison is made to describe the risks involved?

• Mountain climbing

• Deep-sea exploration

• Modern space travel

• Early airline travel

What is the hopeful outcome if the cause is fixable?

• The team will disband

• The project will be sold to another company

• The program will resume in four to six months

• The program will be abandoned