How long 'til the smokin' hole...?
>>In view of 'Daysleeper's' "pink" regarding 20 minutes for LL/KK, I believe he should have advised ATC as soon as he knew he wouldn't have that on arrival (which was probably quite a long way back).<<
Spot on, point 4, and then, if required, divert as necessary, just as the referenced JNB flight a few posts later.
It never ceases to amaze me the propensity of some flights to steam around with absolute minimum fuel, oftentimes finding themselves unable to hold, where holding is expected on a regular basis.
Further, the 20 minute hold fuel requirement for LHR (and LGW) has been in existance now for, what is it...nearly 14 years?
A CAA investigation is surely required.
Or, will it be the usual...smooth over and forgotten?