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Old 27th Feb 2010, 14:26
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Capn Bloggs
 
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777 Whatever,
They really aren't supposed to broadcast until 3 mile final but have to be "established" by 5nm, so the 5mile call is pointless and should be broadcast with inbound intentions at 10nm or 30nm.
Not so. Read CAO 82.3 and 82.5 and you will realise why at least some aircraft call at 5 mile final (and 15nm from the airport).

Last edited by Capn Bloggs; 28th Feb 2010 at 01:56. Reason: Toned-down criticism of allegedly sozzled 777! :)
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