DESTINATION ALTERNATE
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DESTINATION ALTERNATE
When flights are dispatched with a filed destination alternate and should there be a need to change this to another one in the air, is it mandatory to inform the ATC? Can the ATC refuse to accept the request?
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ATC is part of ATS-Air Traffic Services. They may NEVER make an operational decision for you-that is ALWAYS the crews prerogative. If they say Clearance not available and you need it guess what -you declare PAN and go anyway!
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I believe this would only apply in case of communication failure and destination being closed.
So then, you must try to follow what is filed. Try, as other variables may be more relevant then follow this rule. So, we do what is needed in our best judgement.
So then, you must try to follow what is filed. Try, as other variables may be more relevant then follow this rule. So, we do what is needed in our best judgement.
