Short Final

Editorial Staff

Saturday, February 25, 2017 at 12:00 AM ET

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Key Takeaways:

A pilot experienced significant turbulence during a flight from the northeast to south Florida, prompting a request for a smoother altitude from Air Traffic Control (ATC).
ATC responded humorously, suggesting "I-95" (a highway) as a smoother alternative.
The playful banter continued with the pilot asking for I-95, and ATC quipping, "Sure, let me know when you see asphalt."

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While flying from the northeast to south Florida last week it was bumpy at all altitudes and everyone was trying to find a better ride. I overheard this conversation with ATC.

United XYZ: Jax Center, were getting a rough ride here at 360. Do you have anything smoother?

Jax Center: Yes, I-95

United XYZ (after much laughter): “Can we have that?”

Jax Center: Sure, let me know when you see asphalt.

Frank McKee