Short Final…

Overheard at KLAS, Dec. 19, 2003, 9:30pm… ATC: NABCD, after departure turn left heading 175 climb and maintain at or below 4,000, departure 125.9 and squawk XXXX. Pilot: Any chance of a higher inital altitude? ATC: We give you 4,000 in case of lost com. Pilot: I know thats why I want higher.

Published Jan 4, 2004 12:00 AM EST

Overheard at KLAS, Dec. 19, 2003, 9:30pm...

ATC: NABCD, after departure turn left heading 175 climb and maintain at or below 4,000, departure 125.9 and squawk XXXX.

Pilot: Any chance of a higher inital altitude?

ATC: We give you 4,000 in case of lost com.

Pilot: I know thats why I want higher.