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What is Montevideo Alternate?

Montevideo Alternate Carrasco International (SUMU/Montevideo), designated as the alternate aerodrome for flights operating to/from South Atlantic, per contingency or ETOPS requirements.

Source: ICAO Doc 9432, FAA PCG

How is “Montevideo Alternate” Used in Practice?

For this sector, Montevideo Alternate is filed as ETOPS alternate due to limited options in South Atlantic.

Certification Exam Relevance

ICAO Level 4ICAO Level 5ICAO Level 6EASA FCL.055

Who Needs to Know This Term?

  • Pilots
  • Air Traffic Controllers
  • Cabin Crew

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What is Montevideo Alternate?

Carrasco International (SUMU/Montevideo), designated as the alternate aerodrome for flights operating to/from South Atlantic, per contingency or ETOPS requirements.

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