New #thinkNetwork video on why prioritising first rotation is vital to keep delays down

EUROCONTROL’s latest #thinkNetwork video explains why it is vital that the first flight of the day leaves on time. This creates a positive momentum for later flights, and plays a significant role in keeping delays down at network level – each minute of delay for the first rotation can be quadrupled by the time of the last rotation, and knock-on delays mount, risking night curfew issues.

Besides prioritising first rotation, the other four priorities are:

• disciplined flight plan execution to ensure predictability
• delivering agreed capacities 
• realistic schedules including turnaround times
• adverse weather management.

The #thinkNetwork campaign also includes a webtool and a comprehensive guide for flight dispatchers, pilots, air traffic controllers, flow management positions and airports to ensure all operational actors are aware of these priorities.