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:
- The destination airport is full and no longer receiving inbound aircraft
- There are long delays at the destination airport and you no longer have enough fuel to wait for an approach
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