On The Air: April 2013

In 2006, Addison Airport built a new control tower. One day when the main structure was up, but without windows and a few walls, I was taxing out to the runway and overhead this after a Lear jet landed:Tower: Turn right at Golf and taxi to park.Lear: Right at Golf. Our tower is going to look like your new one.Tower: Really, where did you come from?Lear: Daytona Beach.Tower: Are you also getting a new tower?Lear:…

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Friday, August 01, 2014 at 12:00 AM ET

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Key Takeaways:

Aviation radio communications, while generally professional, are often punctuated by humorous misunderstandings and witty exchanges between pilots and air traffic controllers.
Pilots and controllers frequently inject personality into their calls, using humor to address concerns, brag about achievements, or react to events like bad weather, bird strikes, or sports results.
These anecdotes showcase the lighter side of air travel, where unexpected comments and quick-witted replies provide comic relief in a highly regulated environment.

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In 2006, Addison Airport built a new control tower. One day when the main structure was up, but without windows and a few walls, I was taxing out to the runway and overhead this after a Lear jet landed:
Tower: “Turn right at Golf and taxi to park.”
Lear: “Right at Golf. Our tower is going to look like your new one.”
Tower: “Really, where did you come from?”
Lear: “Daytona Beach.”
Tower: “Are you also getting a new tower?”
Lear: “No, we are getting a hurricane. That’s why we are here.”

Bob Orth
Garland, Texas