Also sounds illegal in U.S. Unless they’ve changed the regulations since I taught ground school, any plane flying on instrument flight rules (includes all flights above 10,000 feet) must have sufficient fuel for le scheduled flight plus 45 minutes at normal flying speed.
Linguist about 11 years ago
Aero Mexico or Jet Blue ? You decide.
bbadenov about 11 years ago
I once sat next to a guy on an airplane who had plenty of gas. No need for him to refuel in flight.
tbritt99 about 11 years ago
They’re birds. Why are not not just taking flight?
IndyMan about 11 years ago
Sounds like just about every airline these days !
Kerovan about 11 years ago
It would be effective though.
Reppr Premium Member about 11 years ago
Tennessee Birdwalk!
danlarios about 11 years ago
when they pass the hat let me know than I’ll get on board
stuart about 11 years ago
They try not to have extra landings, but occasionally miscalculate. Presumably, they track the performance, and optimize fuel margins.
Tin Can Twidget about 11 years ago
Also sounds illegal in U.S. Unless they’ve changed the regulations since I taught ground school, any plane flying on instrument flight rules (includes all flights above 10,000 feet) must have sufficient fuel for le scheduled flight plus 45 minutes at normal flying speed.
The Life I Draw Upon about 11 years ago
Sounds like too many accountants running the business.