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Old 17th Sep 2008, 23:40
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Gonzo
 
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I'd guess maybe 50-60% of traffic use DCL/PDC. However, 121.975 is also the Ground Movement Planner frequency, so all a/c should call it to report ready for push.

We have had many instances of a/c receiving their clearance via DCL/PDC and switching straight over to Ground to request pushback.
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