We were on a training flight to Ramona Airport. The ceiling was 3000 broken on a gorgeous winter day in San Diego. We heard the tower talking to an aircraft departing the pattern:
Tower: “Caution. Birds, westbound 700 feet.”
On The Air: July 2019
Just off the shore of northwest Florida, in the Gulf of Mexico, is HEVVN, an oft-used fix for pilots crossing the Gulf from the southern U.S. over to Florida. I was recently in Alabama and heard this exchange with Atlanta Center.
Key Takeaways:
- The article presents a collection of humorous and unexpected radio exchanges between pilots and air traffic control from various flights.
- These anecdotes highlight unusual situations, such as detailed bird warnings, unknown aircraft encounters, navigation mishaps, and unexpected airborne hazards like balloons.
- They collectively showcase the human element in aviation communication, featuring wit, lighthearted banter, and occasional candid remarks amidst routine flight operations.
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