Short Final

Gemini Sparkle

Key Takeaways:

  • An Air Traffic Controller engaged in humorous banter with a pilot flying to Las Vegas.
  • The ATC lightheartedly implied that the large DC-10 aircraft was needed for passengers to carry their substantial winnings.
  • The pilot delivered a witty comeback, stating that a small Cessna 152 would be sufficient for their passengers' winnings, humorously implying they hadn't won much.
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Heard a few years ago whilst flying a 747 from LAX to LHR:

Salt Lake Center:
“Airline 123, you bound for Vegas?”

Airline 123:
“Yup.”

Salt Lake Center:
“You a [DC-]10?”

Airline 123:
“Yup.”

Salt Lake Center:
“Well, I guess your passengers need a 10 to take home their winnings?”

Airline 123:
“Nope! Our passengers can take home their winnings in a Cessna 152.”

Alan Murgatroyd
via e-mail

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