Topic: Flight Plans

Former Marine Corps squadron commander Jack explains the protocols for routing military aircraft through civilian airspace. He notes that military controllers typically coordinate with civilian towers days in advance and that a total loss of radio contact in the highly restricted DC airspace is extremely rare. Jack suggests that the investigation must focus on whether there was a breakdown in communication between military and civilian ATC units.

Viktor Bout asserts that NATO personnel are directly involved in launching Storm Shadow and ATACMS missiles into Russian territory by providing satellite intelligence and loading flight plans. He warns that Russia views these actions as direct acts of war by the UK, France, and the US. Consequently, Russia reserves the right to strike military bases in Europe if these provocations continue.