On the Air: April 2017

One Saturday morning, I was flying a Piper Lance to Cuyahoga County airport in the Cleveland area to attend the Cleveland National Airshow, which was being held at Clevelands Burke Lakefront airport. There was very little radio traffic on Cleveland Approach and so I decided to have some fun.

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Friday, March 03, 2017 at 12:00 AM ET

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The article compiles humorous anecdotes highlighting witty and often playful radio exchanges between pilots and air traffic controllers.
These stories showcase instances of lighthearted banter, unexpected requests, and comical responses in aviation communication.
The collection emphasizes the human element and personality that can surface even within the formal environment of flight operations.

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One Saturday morning, I was flying a Piper Lance to Cuyahoga County airport in the Cleveland area to attend the Cleveland National Airshow, which was being held at Cleveland’s Burke Lakefront airport. There was very little radio traffic on Cleveland Approach and so I decided to have some fun.

Me: “Approach, this is 7639 Foxtrot. I’m in no real hurry and have a lot of extra fuel. So, if the guys at the airshow want me to make a low pass, I’m available.”