On Sat, 10 Mar 2007 23:41:34 -0800, Ron Garret
wrote:

In article ,
Newps wrote:

A Guy Called Tyketto wrote:


If it was a vector, that changes the whole story.

That is the story, the original basis for the question...what do you do
if while on a vector you go Nordo.

Actually, it wasn't a vector, it was an off-airway direct clearance.
Similar to a vector in some respects, but not the same thing.

It's still a clearance. You fly as cleared be it direct, vector, or
airway. Think of it this way. You have told they what your plan on
doing (fligth plan) If they amend it then you fly the amended
clearance be it a segment or one that takes you to your destination.
So if you were them they expect you to be where you told them you
would be when you told them you would be unless they have changed part
or all of it. So even without radio you are supposed to be where they
expect you to be. UNLESS you encounter VFR conditions. Then you are
expected to head for a nearby airport, and call. If the transponder is
still working follow lost com procedure.


rg
Roger Halstead (K8RI & ARRL life member)
(N833R, S# CD-2 Worlds oldest Debonair)
www.rogerhalstead.com