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Old 18th Mar 2002, 17:10
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Aviator,. .. .the routing you have in mind will most probably not work. I have been flight planning for a couple of those flights and usually it is preferred to utilize the so called "Blue Spruce" routes. . .. .Those will lead you across Greenland using CYFB, BGSF, BIKF as enroute alternates (note that BGSF is not open 24hours, so you will have to make arrangements in order to use it as an alternate or plan your departure accordingly).. .. .Besides the RVSM, MNPS and ETOPS approval, you should also have a look whether your B737 has HF radios on board. If you don't than you will be limited to VHF routes (and there will be no ifs and buts to that).. .. .Of course, a lot depends on the requirements that are put onto you special ferry permit, by your CAA, but operating North of the organized track system, you will have the least problems.. .. .Check out Chapter 11 of the MNPS doc at <a href="ftp://www.nuntius.co.uk/nat/MNPSA9/mnps9.pdf" target="_blank">ftp://www.nuntius.co.uk/nat/MNPSA9/mnps9.pdf</a>. .. .Also, this is written for loss of com equipment, a lot is also true for ferry flights with inadequate equipment.. .. .Isnīt Boeing usually providing for flight planning for delivery flights?. .. .Any questions, drop me an email.. .. .Cheers. .fcit
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