More from our “It’s all about priorities” file …
Saturday a.m. — during Round 2 March Madness in Illinois. After too much coffee and two hours of touch & goes I was on base after an extended downwind. Two regional jets were waiting for IFR clearance and for me to get out of their way.
Cessna 12345: Tower, Cessna 345 on two-mile final for Runway 29.
Tower: Will that be touch and go?
Cessna: No, the Illinois game is about to start soon. This will be full stop.
Regional Jet: Nice Priorities. Go Illini!
Cessna: Well, that and I really have to pee.
Tower: Roger 345. Clear to land on 29. Best of luck with both.
Short Final…
Key Takeaways:
- A Cessna pilot requests a full stop landing during March Madness, citing the imminent start of the Illinois basketball game as the primary reason.
- The pilot humorously adds that an urgent need to use the restroom is also a significant factor for landing immediately.
- The air traffic controller and another pilot engage in a lighthearted exchange, acknowledging the pilot's relatable priorities.
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