Next Generation
No need for the sarcastic response. As a matter of clarification I have no idea whether Pacific Blue have ETOPS approval or not. From my experience in using it though, it isn’t given to an airline by the national regulator on an open slather. Usually an airline has to prove their systems of maintenance and control are up to speed to be granted it. To keep the approval they have to keep accurate records of every flight, not just ETOPS flights and be regularly audited. Now "Clive" has mentioned an accelerated process in gaining ETOPS approval, which is true, but it is still up to the national regulator to impose what requirements they deem necessary. What the New Zealand CAA requires, I have no idea. Maybe you could tell us, as you seem so informed on the matter.