Originally Posted by
Bigpants
I remain sceptical of todays airspace closures and believe that we are being sold an over reaction from governments and regulators that may well ruin airlines and jobs.
The ICAO guidance was out for 3 years and IATA/Engine Manufacturers were content with the 'zero ash tolerance'. It wasn't until the volcano exploded and the ANSPs closed airspace, exactly in accordance with the guidance, that industry suddenly sat up, took notice and stopped ignoring the situation. Now a 'safe' ash tolerance level has been arrived at with the engine manufacturers and airspace closures made in accordance with it. Where is the over reaction?
BD