Some priceless tales. Thanks to all for their contributions.
This one I picked up on a coach into London. Heading east down the M4 (motorway, freeway, autobahn, etc...) out to our right was a heavy on approach to 09 at LHR.
Our distance from said aircraft, the speed of the coach and the approach speed of the aircraft gave the illusion that the aircraft was hardly moving. Two elderly ladies sat across the aisle from me:
"Look at that plane over there. It's not moving."
They both watched intently for a few moments.
"Oh yes...........you're right. It must have to wait there for permission to land."
"I hope they don't have to wait too long".
It was said with such concern and sincerity my companion and I laughed so much we cried.