We were out taking pictures for a safety seminar, and admittedly a bit distracted (no, the irony is not lost on us) when we reported a left base to the tower. That’s when things got silly…
Us: Tower, we’re high, uh, Cessna 1234, on the left base.
Tower: Sir, you’re speaking with ATC, and I’m only qualified to respond to the second part of your transmission. Cleared to land 14.
(short pause)
…that first part sounded more appropriate for someone with the ATF.
Short Final…
Key Takeaways:
- A distracted pilot made an unconventional radio transmission, admitting to being "high" (in altitude) to air traffic control.
- The Air Traffic Controller (ATC) humorously responded by distinguishing themselves from the ATF, playing on the double meaning of the pilot's "high" comment.
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