China ATC issues
What is going on with the delays in Beijing and Shanghai? It would seem to the layman that there is more to it than meets the eye.
Is it due to an outdated airspace management system, ATC procedures that are ridiculous if a CB is within 50NM of the airport, lack of airspace due military "restriction", or discriminating in favour of local operators? The phrase - "delay not determined" is plainly a cop out.
How about a transparent flow control system which honours slots for arrival and departure?
The delays are just illogical, and I hope a PEK or PVG ATC operator can please explain?