Short Final

Gemini Sparkle

Key Takeaways:

  • An Air Traffic Controller (ATC) issues standard instructions, including a squawk code, to a pilot.
  • The pilot humorously responds by suggesting a "licensed to kill" squawk, prompting a witty remark from ATC referencing James Bond.
  • The pilot, identified as Dave, ultimately confirms compliance with the original squawk code after the lighthearted exchange.
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ATC: Squawk 0007 maintain 4500 direct to XXXX

Me: Maintain 4500 direct XXXX, squawk licensed to kill

ATC: Only if your name is Bond, James Bond

Me: Since my name is Dave I guess I will just squawk 0007


Dave Gagliardi

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