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On The Air: January 2018

En route to Leesburg Executive around 1:00 a.m. inside Dulles Class Bravo, I heard a controller ask a United flight, United XXX your choice 19R or 19C.The pilot came back with 19C and once cleared for the visual he responded, Cleared for visual. 19C United XXX. Over to tower, nighty-night dont let the bed bugs bite!

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  • The article presents a collection of humorous and unusual anecdotes overheard in aviation, primarily from radio communications between pilots and air traffic controllers.
  • These stories highlight instances of pilot wit, playful banter, and unexpected exchanges, often related to clearances, speed, or aircraft types.
  • The compilation showcases comical misunderstandings, light-hearted remarks, and unique observational humor encountered within the aviation environment.
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En route to Leesburg Executive around 1:00 a.m. inside Dulles Class Bravo, I heard a controller ask a United flight, “United XXX your choice 19R or 19C.”

The pilot came back with 19C and once cleared for the visual he responded, “Cleared for visual. 19C United XXX. Over to tower, nighty-night don’t let the bed bugs bite!”

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