On The Air: January 2012

After cancelling IFR but still on my way into Providence, R.I.:Providence Approach: Skylane One Four One Whiskey Bravo, follow the MD80 to Runway 5.Me: Follow MD80 to five, One Four One Whiskey Bravo.Approach (after a couple minutes went by): Skylane One Four One Whiskey Bravo, are you following the MD80?Me: Affirmative, following the MD80. The squirrels are running as fast as they can.MD80: Providence, do you want us to slow down to let him catch…

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The article presents a series of humorous anecdotes detailing witty and sometimes awkward exchanges between pilots and air traffic controllers.
Situational comedy arises from various aviation scenarios, such as general aviation aircraft struggling to keep up with jets, call sign misunderstandings, and pilot errors like accidentally squawking ident.
The stories highlight how pilots and controllers can find moments of levity and banter amidst the routine of air traffic, often through puns or playful remarks.

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After cancelling IFR but still on my way into Providence, R.I.:
Providence Approach: “Skylane One Four One Whiskey Bravo, follow the MD80 to Runway 5.”
Me: “Follow MD80 to five, One Four One Whiskey Bravo.”
Approach (after a couple minutes went by): Skylane One Four One Whiskey Bravo, are you following the MD80?”
Me: “Affirmative, following the MD80. The squirrels are running as fast as they can.”
MD80: “Providence, do you want us to slow down to let him catch up? American Two Six Three.”
Approach: “American Two Six Three, negative, maintain speed. Skylane One Four One Whiskey Bravo, your squirrels need an exercise program.”

Stan Yavoroski
Warminster, Pa.