In a previous post I remarked about a Flight Plan that Manc did not get.
The said FPL was a "Z" VFR/IFR Plan from Gamston to Reims. VFR to Clacton, then IFR. As "Parent" for Gamston, we would expect any and all Gamston in/outbounds to be tx'd to us so we can fax them to Gamston......it ain't so. It appears that the "Person Who Originates Said FPL" should include ALL relevant ATC addresses so that "Local" ATC are informed
This a/c was "N" reg, so he may be [technically] correct in filing on 'tinternet but what provisos' are in place to let the ATSUs involved thet he is flying from A to B?
E.G. Certain EEC countries are VFR below 10,000 ft.
I file [on the Internet] Gamston direct SAM/N0200F090 IFR N866 EGJJ. IFPS accepts this Plan. I am VFR to SAM, and being used [in my own country] to fly at FL90...I do so. Also, I am unaware of my "responsibility" to let All other participating ATSUs know about my actions.
Whilst not a [total] Luddite...I am not too happy with this system
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