On the Air: December 2016

I periodically fly down to Wings Field in eastern Pennsylvania from my home base in Concord, NH. The direct route takes me through the western portion of New Yorks Class B airspace. I always use flight following for these VFR flights. One time when I was handed off to the controller handling the Newark arrivals this conversation transpired:

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Wednesday, November 16, 2016 at 12:00 AM ET

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Key Takeaways:

The article features several humorous anecdotes from pilots, primarily involving amusing or ironic exchanges with air traffic controllers.
Common themes include misunderstandings due to aviation jargon, navigation errors leading to unexpected controller interactions, and radio communication issues.
The stories collectively highlight the human element in aviation, showcasing moments of humor, miscommunication, and the unique challenges of flight.

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I periodically fly down to Wings Field in eastern Pennsylvania from my home base in Concord, NH. The direct route takes me through the western portion of New York’s Class B airspace. I always use flight following for these VFR flights. One time when I was handed off to the controller handling the Newark arrivals this conversation transpired:

Me: “New York Approach, November 862 Alpha Charlie checking in at 4500.”