Over Philly on a gorgeous CAVU Sunday…
Cessna XXX: Philly approach, Cessna XXX with you at 4,500.
Philly Approach: Cessna XXX, Roger, Altimeter 30.69 and numerous targets in your vicinity.
Cessna XXX: Could you be more specific about the targets?
Philly Approach: OK, 12 o’clock, 1 o’clock, 2 o’clock, 3 o’clock, 4 o’clock, 5 o’clock – would you like me to continue?
Cessna XXX: Negative, we get the picture…
Short Final…
Key Takeaways:
- A Cessna pilot flying over Philadelphia on a clear day was informed by air traffic control about "numerous targets" in their vicinity.
- When asked for clarification, Philadelphia Approach humorously responded by listing several consecutive clock positions (12 o'clock through 5 o'clock) to indicate the density of surrounding traffic.
- The pilot quickly understood the extent of the surrounding traffic, ending the exchange with "Negative, we get the picture..."
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