Overheard in the vicinity of Buchanan Tower in Concord, California:
Cessna 123:
“Buchanan Tower, this is Cessna One Two Three, seven south of Buchanan, 2000 feet, request transit, northbound.”
Buchanan Tower:
“Cessna One Two Three, transition approved. Report clear.”
[30-second pause]
Cessna 123:
“Tower, this is Cessna One Two Three. Where is Clear?”
Saul Chaikin