mmmm, but all we put out is 'gale/thunderstorm/strong wind warning current'. Then if you want details, you need only ask. That way, it saves us using all our time giving warnings out on the r/t. Would you rather sit at A1 awaiting your clearance cos I'm giving all the inbounds the latest warnings? I'd prefer to keep the warnings on the ATIS and give you your airways more swiftly. That way, we get you into the wide blue yonder just that little bit quicker.
It was the pilot fraternity who requested that we switch to a GMC and TWR split because 133.85 was getting a bit too crowded on busy days. So it makes sense that we keep as many tx as poss off our frequency. Having the wx warnings on the ATIS helps us do that.
Look, I know my lovely rounded NI accent is just fabulous to listen to, but that doesn't mean I want to waste on weather warnings.
Right then, where's that bl00dy yard arm, I'm gasping!
