Short Final

Overheard in IFR Magazine‘s “On the Air” Over Southern California, United 202 requested direct to Winslow, Arizona from Southern California. Instead, Center gave him this: Center:“United 202, I’ve cleared direct St. Louis.” United 202:“Direct St. Louis. Thanks.” United 18 (foreseeing good fortune):“Center, United 18. Request direct – uh – er – anywhere.” Center:“United 18, expect further clearance in 40 miles to direct Ah Anywhere.” Harry W. Lerchvia e-mail