Art wrote:

Off the record: Sounds as if there is a question of confidence [at least a
hint] in the pilot's ability to operate the aircraft in question?/
Absolutely sure that even though you shorted out the Navcom and
Communications that a properly trained pilot would have no problem returning
the Cessna to a viable position on the ground. IMHO

my pilot was experienced in gliding as well

did you see the story on TV recently where a captain of a jumbo jet
glided it from 30,000 feet to a safe landing 6000 miles away after
running out of fuel then blew all but 2 tires on landing due to the lack
on reverse thrust.