Thus, if the pax turns up 15 minutes early and we don't have a slot restriction, we tell ATC and it is up to them to make the required changes since it is now within 30 minues of the EOBT. Never had a problem yet!
I think you're being a bit presumptious DFC. We
may be able to assist you
8.6 ATC assistance to Aircraft Operators
8.6.1 UK aerodromes may be able to assist Aircraft Operators in message exchange with the CEU, provided that the pilot is in
RTF contact with the TWR and if:
(a) it is a maximum of 30 mins prior to current CTOT; and
(b) the revision to the CTOT is for no more than 30 minutes.
Never had a problem yet? There's always a first time.....................
