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Old 23rd Jan 2013, 20:33
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JimBall
 
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Maybe some silence, pending the final AAIB report?

They have so many things to consider with this flight. Its return journey to London from the aborted Elstree landing went straight into Class D. To remain legal off-routes, G-CRST would have to consider the 1000ft rule and the impact of EGR 157. (Note - the northbound track shows an awareness of 157, kinking left for Brent.)

Looking at the detailed track from Westminster (157), it seems he may have been forced lower as he tried to avoid 157. Given his experience, this could mean that he was in cloud from after leaving Westminster Bridge, heading west.

These so-called secure areas of 157, 158, 159 don't do the job they should. And may cause problems for low level traffic.

But that's it from me on this.

Too sad.

Last edited by JimBall; 23rd Jan 2013 at 20:39.
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