Flight planned alternate
A few pilot colleagues of mine have been arguing (and both insisting that they are correct) regarding the airfield nominated as an alternate on the flight plan.
One side insists that by the flight plan being accepted that is evidence that the alternate has agreed for you to hold and use them if required.
The other side says it is for info only and that you must contact the airfield you wish to nominate separately to confirm if they will act as an alternate.
Could anyone here clear this up please?
Thanks,