The article presents a collection of humorous and memorable interactions between pilots and air traffic controllers during flights.
Pilots encounter quirky observations, such as cleverly named waypoints on instrument approaches and vivid, humorous pilot reports describing weather conditions.
The anecdotes showcase the lighter, often unexpected, side of aviation experiences, from unique ATC exchanges to airport security encounters.
Not long ago during my instrument training, my very accomplished instructor and I were doing a VOR 14 Approach at Mansfield Lahm Regional Airport (KMFD). After completing the missed approach the tower controller came on the radio to say, “That was a very good job on the approach.”
Somewhat surprised my instructor said, “Gee they have never said that when I’ve made an approach.”
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