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Old 23rd Jan 2021, 09:24
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The controllers are copping some flak here because there was no traffic. What about the scenario where there was a conflicting aircraft on descent into Coffs? As others have said, you've got to be ready for the worst.

Originally Posted by Sunfish
What happens when the non rpt pilot population perhaps one day decides that the regulations are a joke, enforcement is a joke, AsA is a joke and the ATSB is a joke?
Precisely what VFR in Class E is all about. Just go and do your own thing, don't concern yourself with anybody else. They will (probably) keep out of your way.
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