On most flights (especially the early) MAN-CDG the Air France flight gets to CDG first irrespective of who leaves MAN first. "Jersey xxx - Paris, reduce speed 220 kts, turn right 60 degrees". "Air France xxx maintain 300 kts plus, direct MERUE".
A few minutes less for breakfast but certainly guaranteed on stand first.
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Last edited by wacky; 28th Apr 2007 at 07:18.