Could it be an Airbus and/or widebody thing? We never go of the headset on the 737 during cruise unless you want to be deaf in 5 years time.
Any issues with other Airbus operators? Just out of interest.
Originally Posted by
Mach_Krit
ATCO1962,
and may I add that a lot of aviators, regardless of which airline, listen in on the frequency after tuning in to avoid stepping in on a transmission between ATC and another aircraft.
seems to happen a lot in this part of the world and is very frustrating. especially considering it is a very crowded airspace, a little bit of RT discipline and airmanship go a long way.