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Old 27th Nov 2018, 01:58
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Wizofoz
 
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Originally Posted by Dick Smith
A friend in the USA has sent me the current FAA requirements in relation to “minimum fuel” and declaring a “fuel emergency”. Note that there is no mention of the word “Mayday”.

I wonder if this is just another case where the US will be notifying a difference with ICAO. I understand the USA has filed more differences with ICAO than any other country. Once a senior FAA staffer said:
Dick,

The very FAA document you quote talks about "declaring a fuel emergency." "Pan" is an expression of URGENCY, NOT emergency.

Now, I believe we have a phrase we use when the situation escalates to "emergency"- it's "Mayday".

What exactly is your objection to using the recognized phrase to declare an emergency in a situation you agree is an emergency?
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