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Key Takeaways:

  • A pilot experienced severe turbulence on a flight from the northeast to south Florida and requested a smoother altitude from Air Traffic Control (ATC).
  • ATC humorously suggested "I-95" as a smoother alternative.
  • The exchange concluded with ATC's witty remark, "Sure, let me know when you see asphalt," underscoring the impossibility of the suggestion.
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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

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