Short Final

Gemini Sparkle

Key Takeaways:

  • A pilot mistakenly called Jacksonville Center "Jacksonville approach."
  • Upon correction and apology, the controller humorously responded with "I've been called worse."
  • The pilot continued the lighthearted exchange by quipping, "You must be married."
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Overheard in IFR Magazine's 'On the Air' Section
Overheard in IFR Magazine‘s “On the Air”

I heard someone call Jacksonville Center “Jacksonville approach.” When corrected, the pilot apologized.

Controller:
“I’ve been called worse.”

Pilot:
“You must be married.”

No telling if the controller was or not … .

Frank Long
Tampa, Florida

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