Aztec Driver
Line Up and Wait
I have been taking passengers to a joint military/civilian use airport for the last several weeks. One thing I noticed was that the tower would constantly remark to each of the military crews "check gear down" while on their final approach. It was usually followed by a response of "gear coming down" or "holding on gear." I had assumed this was some sort of military protocol or procedure, but then the last time I was on approach they issued me the same. I was reaching for the gear anyway, so it was no big deal, but it got me wondering if this was just military and he is just rattling it off, or whether they are trying to make sure the gear are down at a certain area for everyone to prevent problems.
On another note, it sure was fun watching the F 16's doing manuevers at Toledo the other day. Taking off, climbing rapidly, turning at around 75-80 degree banks. Loud as all get out, but fun to watch.
I could really get used to this charter life. If only it paid the bills.
On another note, it sure was fun watching the F 16's doing manuevers at Toledo the other day. Taking off, climbing rapidly, turning at around 75-80 degree banks. Loud as all get out, but fun to watch.
I could really get used to this charter life. If only it paid the bills.