Short Final

Gemini Sparkle

Key Takeaways:

  • An air traffic control exchange at Nelson, New Zealand, involved a pilot stating they were "waiting on the cabin" before being ready.
  • The tower provided a witty, literal interpretation, informing the pilot that the "cabin" was "right behind" them.
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Holding at the holding point Nelson, New Zealand, we were waiting for the cabin to be cleared before calling ready.
Tower:“Link XXX, are you ready?”
Link XXX:“Just waiting on the cabin.”
Tower:“It’s right behind you.”


Justin Zangerl

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