Gundog
The debate isn't whether or not it's good airmanship or not to obtain forecasts in flight - I'm sure no one would disagree with that or try to get around making sensible operational decisions by hiding behind regulations.
The debate is the black and white legality of the question with direct reference to published regulations. Two very different things, as I'm sure everyone reading and contributing to this thread is aware.
If people could keep the two things separate the thread would be a lot more productive. Remember, company fuel policy is at the very least compliant with published regulations and more often than not exceeds them.
Arctaurus - I'm not saying I have an answer, I just think the regulations need clarification. Obviously that's the case or this debate wouldn't even be happening
Cheers guys