Originally Posted by
ETOPS
What evidence is, so far, that this aircraft has actually crashed?
Sure it is overdue and the radar return ceased over the Med but take a look sideways....
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Regard the Imarsat option mentioned on this thread, there are not many short haul operators who would bother with Imarsat. Their routes are too short and too well covered with ACARS coverage and ground frequencies to bother with an Imarsat link. But perhaps it is time to rethink the monitoring of aircraft in flight, either by permanent transponder or an Imarsat type option. Aviation cannot continue with this great question mark hanging over it - it saps public confidence in the industry.