So what is the driving force behind this application, safety or profit? If it was safety then the argument would be that SOU has compromised safety by extending the runway, as they have identified safety concerns that were understood before the extension was started. If it was profit then a bit more honesty would be in order. I suspect the performance figures will be increased if the application is approved meaning the increased safety margin will disappear for those aircraft needing a longer runway although smaller aircraft would benefit.
Last edited by LTNman; 31st Oct 2023 at 10:44.