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Old Jun 6, 2010 | 1:32 pm
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Originally Posted by DLATL777
Please note; as doglover mentioned, many, many international destinations will show PAD even when aircraft arrives at gate. LIM is a great example.
I think that is because they are only guaranteed a remote spot but can get a gate depending on airport operations. That typically will not become official until after the AC is on its way from the origin.
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