Short Final

Gemini Sparkle

Key Takeaways:

  • An air traffic controller instructed a pilot to descend and navigate towards "Central Park."
  • The pilot, unfamiliar with the area, asked for guidance on how to identify Central Park.
  • The controller responded humorously, suggesting the pilot "watch for the muggers."
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Overheard in IFR Magazine's 'On the Air' Section
Overheard in IFR Magazine‘s “On the Air”

Approach:
“Cessna Nine Four Four Two November, descend to 2,500 feet, proceed along the east side of the river, then left to 280 at Central Park.”

Me (sincerely, since I’d never been there before):
“Approach, how will I know when I’m at Central Park?”

Approach:
“Just watch for the muggers.”

Larry O’Donnell
Paoli, Pennsylvania

Ralph Martin
Catherine, Alabama

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