I recently heard this exchange between ATC and a Southwest flight.
SWA: “Any shortcuts today would be appreciated.”
ATC: “Unless you want a personal escort by the U.S. Air Force, I will be unable.”
Stephen P. Bobko‑Hillenaar
Alpine, WY
Short Final: Shortcuts
Key Takeaways:
- A Southwest Airlines pilot requested shortcuts from Air Traffic Control (ATC).
- The ATC responded humorously, implying that taking unauthorized shortcuts would result in intervention from the U.S. Air Force.
- The exchange highlights the importance of following established flight paths and procedures.
- The anecdote was submitted by Stephen P. Bobko-Hillenaar from Alpine, WY.
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