“Cessna 53223 cleared to Runway 18 via Charlie taxiway, Pasquale 3 departure, squawk bingo.”
That’s a typical controller clearance for my friend Charlie Peck.
Squawk Bingo
Key Takeaways:
- Charlie Peck, a retired pilot, developed a friendly and personalized relationship with Portland air traffic controllers through his frequent daily flights to a specific restaurant.
- An initial radio exchange where Charlie exclaimed "Bingo!" upon receiving a transponder code matching his tail number became a beloved inside joke among the controllers.
- This rapport led controllers to create a unique, informal clearance for Charlie's routine flights, "Pasquale 3 departure, squawk Bingo," which became a running gag and source of amusement for many.
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