I was eagerly awaiting t/o clearance while holding short of the runway in FLL. There were several aircraft on approach, including a Shorts 360. After several requests for t/o, I intervened one more time. The response was a bit of a surprise…
Tower: Sir, just give me a moment while I get my Shorts down.
Short Final…
Key Takeaways:
- A pilot was holding short at FLL, repeatedly requesting takeoff clearance.
- Several aircraft were on approach, including a Shorts 360.
- The air traffic controller responded humorously, stating they needed "a moment while I get my Shorts down," referencing the incoming aircraft.
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