Wednesday, December 12, 2007

CTAF Communications

Pet peeve: pilots tying up 122.8 with idle chit-chat, vis "Hey Bob, is that you?" "Yeah, Hi Dave.. what's the price of fuel? etc etc

While 122.8 at your airport may be quiet, the frequency is used by many other GA airports, many miles away.

So assume that when you key the mike every other GA pilot within 150 miles can hear you. That may be enough incentive to keep it short, sweet, and professional.

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