Originally Posted by rickair7777

What are you supposed to do, try to talk to DX until your run out of gas and declare a fuel emergency?

When I flew for OO there was no such limit on diversions, although you were of course expected to inform and consult with DX, time permitting.

The issue isn't really one of landing safety, it's more about convenience for the company, ie whether you can turn the plane or handle pax and bags... or if it's going to be a bus, MX involved in fueling, etc, etc.

Authorized alternates in the FOM will typically have 121-suitable CFR and fueling facilities, so that should be your go-to.

One time we diverted, told DX, got no response.

25 minutes later, inside the marker, they came back with a request that we divert to another airport 150 miles away.

FO: "What do you want to do?"
CA: "Gear Down"