On The Air: February 2014

Were expanding OTA a bit to include funny fix names. While most of us get a good chuckle from the work of a clever TERPSter, few of these cute names find their way beyond the local airport crowd. With your help, were going to change that to recognize pure genius when we find it. Please send us your favorites. Extra credit given for sequences of fixes. -EditorOn the RNAV (GPS) RWY 33 approach to Kingston-Ulster airport in New York, the intermediate approach fix is ITTLE and the final approach fix is BFINE.Bill ColeEllenville, New York

Key Takeaways:

• The aviation community enjoys humorous and clever navigation fix names, such as "ITTLE" and "BFINE" or location-specific examples like "UPSCO," "PARCL," and "BRBON."
• Air traffic control (ATC) communications frequently feature witty exchanges and banter between pilots and controllers, ranging from impressive climb rates to amusing remarks about work during government shutdowns.
• The anecdotes highlight the quick wit of controllers and pilots, showcasing situational humor and personality that adds a lighthearted touch to flight operations.

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