Short Final: Pick One

Gemini Sparkle

Key Takeaways:

  • An air traffic controller near Sacramento inquired about Piper 1234's plans to perform an approach into Sacramento Executive.
  • The pilot confirmed their intention to proceed with an approach.
  • After a brief silence, the controller humorously asked if they should "pick one" for the pilot.
  • This interaction highlighted a moment of lighthearted banter in air traffic control, implying the pilot hadn't specified which approach they intended to use.
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Heard on frequency near Sacramento, California:

“Piper 1234, are you planning to do an approach into Sacramento Executive?”

“Affirmative, Piper 1234.”

After about 30 seconds of silence, the controller keyed up again and asked in a humorous tone, “Do you want me to pick one for you?”

Phil Verghese

Santa Clara, CA

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