ATC view of FPL alternate
I would like to ask you controller chaps what notice or action you take over alternates when a FPL is filled.
The reason for the question is that I have seen many occassions this year where GA opertators have filed FPLs with a nominated alternate which is either closed, has restrictive NOTAMs (ILS u/s, VFR only etc) or is even NOTAMed as not to be used as a diversion for various reasons.
What does CFMU, NATS, individual airfields or any other interested party do about nominated alternates when an FPL is filed?
Thank you in advance for your opinions.
MM