sopdan
Well-Known Member
After reading the first page of the interview q's thread (didn't feel like reading seven pages of nav light opinions), I thought I'd start a thread on something more important . What do you consider to be the "nearest suitable airport?"
This is what my POM says... (emphasis added)
So... what say you???
This is what my POM says... (emphasis added)
In Flight Airport Suitability
For in flight purposes, a legal suitable airport is one where a safe
landing can be made. When determining airport suitability, consider
the following: actual and forecast weather, location of airport in
reference to terrain, available NAVAIDs and approaches, approach
minimums, length of runway(s), NOTAMs, emergency equipment,
and passenger handling facilities. At the beginning of descent, the
nearest airport in point of time is usually the destination airport, even if a suitable airport is closer in distance, unless an emergency descent is required.
In flight, if an engine failure occurs, FAR 121.565(a) requires that “the
pilot in command shall land the airplane at the nearest suitable
airport, in point of time, at which a safe landing can made.” Therefore,
if an engine failure occurs, the flight crew will then determine the nearest suitable airport. The selected suitable airport may not necessarily be any of those selected for dispatching requirements.
So... what say you???