Short Final…

Gemini Sparkle

Key Takeaways:

  • A pilot in a holding pattern urgently requested an estimate for approach clearance.
  • When asked if there was a problem, the pilot conveyed the urgency using a child's need to use the restroom.
  • The air traffic controller immediately granted the pilot clearance for the approach.
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In a holding pattern behind several aircraft…

Pilot: …your estimate for our clearance for the approach.

Controller: Bonanza 1234, is there a problem?

Pilot: Do the words, “Daddy, I gotta go potty!” mean anything to you?

Controller: Bonanza 1234, cleared for the approach.

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