It was the wee hours of the morning, and the center’s frequency had been dead silent for quite a while. Finally, a pilot just had to check.
Pilot:
“Uh, Albuquerque – anybody home?”
Controller:
“Nope. We’re all at work.”
Art Friedman
Short Final
Key Takeaways:
- A pilot initiated contact with Albuquerque air traffic control after an extended period of silence on the frequency.
- The pilot humorously inquired if anyone was "home" at the center.
- The controller responded with a witty quip, stating they were "all at work," humorously implying their presence despite the quiet.
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