Originally Posted by
godsnotapilot
Section 3 of the GOM
Divert = Fuel to destination + furthest alternate + 45 minutes (1800 lbs)
Final Divert = Fuel to destination + furthest alternate + 30 minutes (1206 lbs)
If you are going to land with less than 1800 lbs, declare “min fuel”.
If you are going to land with less than 1206 lbs,
declare “Emergency Fuel”.
I think you missed the point of the question there, ace. Aren't the two different numbers there in the 1st place because pilots were diverting to alternates when on short final at their destination? Kinda like the memo that management sent you guys telling you not to lick the suction cups to attach the window shades. When a company pays $hit wages and has matching work rules, there does tend to be a decline in the quality of applicants that are attracted.