I was flying an airliner a very short distance in the Los Angeles basin. I was under the Class B and the controller asked, “Give me max forward speed. What’ll that be?”
I replied, “Well, since we’re under the Class Bravo, it’ll be 200 knots.”
On The Air: June 2022
Key Takeaways:
- The article showcases humorous interactions and playful banter between pilots and Air Traffic Control (ATC), often revolving around flight regulations or unique situations.
- Aviation-specific terminology can lead to amusing misunderstandings for non-pilots, as exemplified by a passenger confusing ATIS "Whiskey" with alcohol.
- Pilots encounter a variety of memorable experiences, from navigating challenging weather conditions and unusual obstacles like steam plumes to appreciating creative waypoint names in new flight procedures.
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