For filing as alternate?

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8th August 2000 | 03:47

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matilda

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For filing as alternate?

Hi,
Could anyone please explain how the Jepps 'for filing as alternate' minima's work, with regards to adding elev, Taf/Arfor cloud heights etc. I'm a bit lost.
Thanks in advance.
matilda.

8th August 2000 | 11:54

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Checkboard

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For IFR flights:

Cloud heights in a TAF are given above the Aerodrome reference point. If more than 4 OCTAS cloud (more than BKN) is forcast below the alternate limit in the Jepps (amongst other things) then you have to carry fuel for an alternate.

[This message has been edited by Checkboard (edited 08 August 2000).]