Great Circle Mapper (gcmap.com) change in distance for ADL-MEL?

[GoldCanyon340]

I entered ADL-MEL-BKK into the Great Circle Mapper today as I've not flown MEL-BKK. ADL-MEL was reported at 643kms whereas previously (couple of weeks ago?) it was 641kms (*). Has anyone noticed any other anomalies?

Note (*): I am 99.999% sure it was 641kms a short while back.

 

[RooFlyer]

Simples. Expanding earth. - the alternative to continental drift theory

The Expanding Earth

The prevailing geological model of the early 19th century was characterized by an almost static earth, maybe slowly cooling and shrinking, until the molten interior would eventually be completely frozen and solidified.

blogs.scientificamerican.com

We’ve Been Wrong Before: The Expanding Earth Theory

Did the continents spread apart because the planet itself is expanding? No, but a lot of good scientists used to think so.

www.popularmechanics.com

 

[GoldCanyon340]

Expanding earth. - the alternative to continental drift theory

And yet ADL-SYD remains at 1167km. As a Collingwood member I am concerned Adelaide is drifting from Melbourne.

Interestingly enough 643km puts ADL-MEL right at the limit of <400 miles (399.6). I sense a nascent conspiracy theory. Maybe it will creep to 644km soon?

 

[Quickstatus]

I'd go for the other 0.001%

 

[GoldCanyon340]

I'd go for the other 0.001%

I'm not sure. I periodically check distances as I have all my flights recorded in a spreadsheet. I've flown ADL-MEL 66 times and I'm certain (*) it used to be 641km.

(*) see previous disclaimer

 

[Quickstatus]

ADL drifting away from MEL:
It has a long way to go before it goes into the next QF SC level of 15SC (Y) or 60SC (J) for 751-1500 miles.

The thing about disclaimers "*" is that it tends to be correct!!

 

[opusman]

Melbourne is gradually moving to the left so you'd think it'd get closer to Adelaide if anything.

 

[GoldCanyon340]

ADL drifting away from MEL:
It has a long way to go before it goes into the next QF SC level of 15SC (Y) or 60SC (J) for 751-1500 miles.

Maybe if I stop cabin crew plying me with alcohol I may live long enough to see that drift eventuate

 

[Quickstatus]

Maybe if I stop cabin crew plying me with alcohol I may live long enough to see that drift eventuate

Just make sure you get reincarnated as a Chairmans lounge Lifetime platinum

 

[GoldCanyon340]

Melbourne is gradually moving to the left so you'd think it'd get closer to Adelaide if anything.

Obviously ADL has moved a nett 2km more than MEL in the last few weeks. Can't believe The Advertiser hasn't picked up on this obvious example of South Australia leaping forward into the new decade.

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Just make sure you get reincarnated as a Chairmans lounge Lifetime platinum

Quite happy for that to happen as long as they get rid of those green leather seats in the SYD CL. Not great looking.

 

[Franky]

And yet ADL-SYD remains at 1167km. As a Collingwood member I am concerned Adelaide is drifting from Melbourne.

Interestingly enough 643km puts ADL-MEL right at the limit of <400 miles (399.6). I sense a nascent conspiracy theory. Maybe it will creep to 644km soon?

Even 1000km is too close to a Collingwood supporter...

 

[GoldCanyon340]

Even 1000km is too close to a Collingwood supporter...

This is true. It's why I try to camp in the SA Outback whenever I can at home to keep away from you all

 

[Franky]

This is true. It's why I try to camp in the SA Outback whenever I can at home to keep away from you all

Please don’t include me, I live in WA and have often thought of residing on Rottnest island to get further away from them...

 

[p--and--t]

Melbourne is gradually moving to the left so you'd think it'd get closer to Adelaide if anything.

Adelaide made a sharp move to the right at the last election. I wonder if this effected things?