id: diversion title: Diversion meta: Learn how to divert in Infinite Flight. order: 5 #

Diversion #

What is a Diversion? #

A diversion is when the aircraft is no longer able to continue to the original destination, and is now diverting to a new airport. The list of reasons as to why a diversion is initiated is endless but some of the most common reasons in Infinite Flight could be:

Considerations for a Diversion #

Below is a table of the various factors that should be taken into account before initiating a diversion:

Factors Considerations
Fuel Do you have enough fuel to get there?
Weather Is the weather suitable for an approach and landing? What type of approaches are available?
Route Is there terrain or airspace that you need to be aware of en-route?
Airport Facility Are the taxiways, aprons and parking spaces suitable for the size of your aircraft?
Landing Performance Is the runway long enough for you to land safely?

To help reduce your workload during a diversion, there are things that you can do to be prepared:

Step 1

: Before departure, make sure to check alternate airports that are close to your destination and look if they meet the criteria above

Step 2

: Make sure to have a minimum of one alternate selected and load the fuel required for this

Step 3

: If you are expecting the destination airport to be busy, load more fuel!

Tip

: By preparing in advance, you will be able to make an informed decision and divert much more quickly!

How to Initiate a Diversion #

Step 1

: Make sure the alternate airport meets the considerations for a diversion

Step 2

: Communicate with ATC of your intention to divert by selecting a new service such as an approach request for the new airport (or if you have been instructed to divert, follow the ATC instructions given)

Tip

: Make sure you are ready to divert before communicating with ATC - if you need more time consider slowing down, or finding somewhere to hold

Step 3

: If ATC are able to provide vectors and altitude assignments, then follow these. If they are not, then select a suitable heading to take you in the general direction of the airport (monitor traffic to ensure separation is complied with at all times)

Step 4

: Check terrain en-route and select a sensible altitude to ensure terrain clearance (if ATC have not assigned one)

Step 5

: Monitor the airspace you are flying through in case you need to change to another active frequency

Step 6

: Once you are en-route, you can set up for the approach