Short Final

Gemini Sparkle

Key Takeaways:

  • An observer in a Delta radio shop overheard an incident on the ATL tower frequency.
  • An Eastern DC-9 was instructed to perform two go-arounds by air traffic control.
  • The pilot humorously responded, stating they could continue but would eventually need to land for fuel.
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Years ago, working in the Delta radio shop, I had a VHF receiver tuned to an ATL tower frequency. Tower had an Eastern DC-9 go around twice. The second time, the DC-9 responded:

“We can do this all afternoon if you like, but in a little while we are going to have to land and refuel.”


Lewis Linson
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