What exactly is ETOPS??
I feel a bit of a twit asking this, so apologies in advance to you pilots, but what exactly is ETOPS?
I reckon its something to do with twin engined aircraft (crossing the Atlantic?) and how long they would have to fly to get to an alternate airport if they had an engine failure.
Is ETOPS an acronym?
Any explanations to assuage my curiousity gratefully received.
Thanks.