Originally Posted by
Herod
Like I said, it depends on fuel state. What you KNOW about the situation. I wasn't there, and I'd be the last person to criticise a captain's decision, having put out three maydays myself.
it's off topic, but I'd be happy to hear the story about those 3 occasions.
As SLF I'm happy with the captain's decision to issue a mayday if he/she thinks it's warranted.