Diversion

Question 1

A landing at any airport other than scheduled destination is considered:

Answer 1

A diversion to an alternate.

Question 2

Company selected destination alternate airports are shown on:

Answer 2

The CFP.

Question 3

Normally the closest suitable airport will be the filed destination alternate when:

Answer 3

It meets the weather criteria for filing as a destination alternate.

Question 4

When the closest destination alternate is not a commercially preferred alternate, this will be highlighted on:

Answer 4

The CFP.

Question 5

If a PIC considers a diversion likely, they should consider changing the nominated destination alternate to the nearest:

Answer 5

Suitable and commercially preferred alternate using the priority list on the CFP or in consultation with IOC.

Question 6

Whenever possible, coordinate selection of an alternate through IOC prior to diverting.
An online port, either CX or KA, is:

Answer 6

Almost always preferable to an online port with limited support.

Question 7

When a diversion becomes necessary due to weather factors, PIC’s shall consider whether the intent is to refuel and continue to destination within permitted Flight Time Limitations (FTL) or await the arrival of a relief crew.
If the latter option is likely and more than one suitable alternate option exists:

Answer 7

On passenger flights passenger handling aspects shall be the prime consideration.