Heard somewhere over Kansas:
Center: “American 745, contact Kansas City on 118.12.”
American 745: “Was that eighteen twelve for American 745?”
Center: “American 745, yes, eighteen twelve, as in ‘The War Of.’”
Elliott Cox
Clover, South Carolina
Short Final: 1812
Key Takeaways:
- An air traffic controller humorously clarifies a radio frequency by referencing "The War Of 1812" when a pilot confirms "eighteen twelve."
- The brief exchange highlights a lighthearted moment in routine air traffic communication, ensuring clarity through a memorable mnemonic.
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