Now that I have got your attention I would like to pass on some comments made to me recently regarding ATC in the UK and UK ATCOs working abroad.
The first was made to me by a QF captain as a direct result of being informed that I was on board his aircraft. He was, he said, delighted to be able to pass on the good wishes of the ATCO in question, as the UK ATC were excellent, VERY professional, but always willing to chat / share a joke etc when there was time and it was a pleasure to be able to do something in return.
This was seconded by a pilot friend, now flying in the Middle East, who expressed his pleasure at the service offered by the expat ATCOs saying he felt very safe when they were dealing with him.
So you see, your efforts are appreciated by at least some of the people you work with.
