Short Final

Gemini Sparkle

Key Takeaways:

  • An American Airlines pilot requested a higher flight level from Miami Center but had forgotten to check in upon contact.
  • A humorous exchange followed where the controller attributed the pilot's forgetfulness to age, which the pilot initially misinterpreted as a comment about altitude.
See a mistake? Contact us.
Overheard in IFR Magazine's 'On the Air' Section
Overheard in IFR Magazine‘s “On the Air”

While cruising at flight levels in a Cheyenne, we heard the following between an American airliner and Miami Center:

American: Center, American Fourteen Eighty-Two looking for higher.

Center: Didn’t hear you check in.

American: “First time I’ve heard your voice. I must’ve forgot.

Center: That happens when you’re over twenty-six or seven.

American: I hope you’re talking thousands of feet.

Center: No, age. Sorry.

Sign-up for newsletters & special offers!

Get the latest stories & special offers delivered directly to your inbox

SUBSCRIBE