Short Final: Turbulent Landings

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Key Takeaways:

  • Flights at lower altitudes over Tennessee were experiencing turbulence, prompting pilots to inquire about smoother air.
  • Memphis Center humorously responded to a regional jet pilot, stating the air wouldn't smooth out until landing.
  • The regional jet pilot continued the joke with a self-deprecating remark about their own landings not being smooth.
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We were over Tennessee having a pretty decent ride at FL390, but lower altitudes were not faring as well, and the chatter between aircraft and Memphis Center reflected the hunt for smoother air. As the crew of a regional jet (RJ) checked on frequency, they asked about rides.

Memphis Center: It won’t smooth out until you land.

RJ: You haven’t seen my landings!

Jim McIrvin
Dulles, VA
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