At the risk of being classified a stirrer, wouldn't C over D be more practical?
In one fell swoop, it appears that CASA has managed to confuse everyone. That takes talent. So much for solving the 'Galapagos airspace' issue.
Just my call, but it probably went like this:
- We have to do something at BME and KTA.
- OK, whadawe do?
- E over D because we have to placate the feral elements.
- But that won't mitigate risk to the extent that R/T requirements do now in CTAF/Class G at BME. We are getting significant industry push-back on E over D, and they have a point on radio at BME.
- Bugger, didn't think of that. OK, recovery strategy - we make it E over D, but make R/T obligatory. Brilliant, problem solved -jeez I'm good.
- But what about VFR above A045?
- Bugger, didn't think about that one.
- Whadawe do?
- Ahh...Erm; glossy brochures - do you think that would work?
Message to the OAR: Your prime responsibility is to passenger carrying RPT, as per the Australian Airspace Policy Statement. Get a grip, recognise that priority and, with that priority in mind, don't try to compromise. You'll just repeatedly get yourselves up that creek without a paddle. IMHO, this is a classic in trying to please everyone, particularly the squeaky wheels, and avoiding the heat.