Short Final

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Key Takeaways:

  • Greensboro Approach instructed a Cessna to execute a quick, high-speed turn to sequence ahead of a regional jet.
  • The Cessna pilot expressed clear hesitation and difficulty with the aggressive maneuver.
  • Approach's attempt to humorously encourage the pilot by saying "Pretend you're an F-15" did not alleviate the pilot's discomfort.
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Overheard in IFR Magazine's 'On the Air' Section
Overheard in IFR Magazine‘s “On the Air”

Overheard near Greensboro, N.C.:

Greensboro Approach:
“Cessna One Two Three, fly heading one four zero, left base runway five, keep your speed up, turn it tight and I’ll get you in front of the RJ.”

Cessna 123 (hesitating):
“Um, turn … base … five … keep the speed up.”

Approach:
“Pretend you’re an F-15.”

Cessna 123:
“Uh, OK.”

Approach:
“You’re not buying it.”

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