Seems as though the cart is leading the horse.
Funny you should say that... there is a few good examples of late:
- the MULTICOM - 5 years to get nowhere!
- the Melb VFR coast Route debacle
- the Wellcamp training area/s - consultation with local operators - future class D tower?
- the Hamilton Isld Navaid closure
- Rocket launching NW of Goondiwindi
The consultation outside the airlines by ASA has been poor and there has been much finger pointing between ASA & CASA on some issues which suggests a lack of understanding on what goes on outside the big smoke much to the ongoing confusion of industry. My experience is that the OAR have a specific job to do and don't seem to get involved in much of the discussion, but do refer matters to the RAPACs.