One time I checked in with SF Tower and right after that, a Boeing declared a medical emergency. I never got a response from ATC, so I decided to hold position and make 360s rather than cross through the 28 corridor. I later asked my instructor if that was the right thing to do, he said since I was already in the bravo ATC knows what I'm doing so I should have continued on course as the last controller instructed.
Appreciate it! Having done a bunch more Bay Tours since then, I've learned to ask for clarification when not sure (and if they aren't actively managing an emergency!).
Yup! NorCal is very accommodating and understanding. And if they are too busy to respond, just keep doing what they told you to. If they need you to do something different, they'll tell you.
Great write-up.
One time I checked in with SF Tower and right after that, a Boeing declared a medical emergency. I never got a response from ATC, so I decided to hold position and make 360s rather than cross through the 28 corridor. I later asked my instructor if that was the right thing to do, he said since I was already in the bravo ATC knows what I'm doing so I should have continued on course as the last controller instructed.
Appreciate it! Having done a bunch more Bay Tours since then, I've learned to ask for clarification when not sure (and if they aren't actively managing an emergency!).
Yup! NorCal is very accommodating and understanding. And if they are too busy to respond, just keep doing what they told you to. If they need you to do something different, they'll tell you.