Originally Posted by
TheOddOne
Can I respectfully suggest that you try flying from the Lambourne VOR to the Bovingdon VOR, then route up to Milton Keynes via Cheddington, trying to get a Basic service from Luton on 129.550? You might get lucky, but if all aircraft routing similar tried to, no-one would get a word in. Just select the frequency, dial in 0013 ALT and keep your eyes on stalks looking out! You could try Farnborough, of course, but similar chances of getting a word in.
TOO
For occasions when you can't get a word in I would agree they are better than nothing. But if you get the opportunity to talk, then talking is better!