Originally Posted by my hands are tied
With ref to speed control, you might want to ask to see the requirements sent by EK ops to ATC with recommended speeds on app, you might see why you aren't kept at 230 kts......it seems the A330/340s need to get to 160kt asap!
The 777-300 really needs 230, 190, 170 as opposed to 220, 180, 160. I think a lot of guys just accept the assigned speed and fudge a little, which doesn't help your separation planning.
TP