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Originally Posted by meritflyer For the sake of cluttering the frequency, I say "Cessna XXXX, 3 southeast of XXX, VFR request". If they can take me, they'll call me back if not they'll say "VFR 3 southeast XXX, call back in 5 minutes". This way I dont spend 3 minutes telling them where I am, who I am, and what I need. |

During my IFR training periods at the computer, I listen to ATC Monitor. Most insightful is the TRACON and tower for the Atlanta airport. As I read the "call back in 5 minutes" comment, I couldn't help be smile, for ATL would probably say, "get a grip!"

As if I had time.
