What must be done if the pilot of a VFR aircraft responds "Affirmative" regarding a flight plan?

When a pilot of a VFR (Visual Flight Rules) aircraft responds "Affirmative" regarding a flight plan, the appropriate action is to locate a flight strip and place it in the active bay. This step is essential because the flight strip serves as a physical record for the Air Traffic Control (ATC) operations, helping to monitor and manage the flight's progress. By placing the flight strip in the active bay, controllers ensure that they have the necessary information readily available for sequencing and coordinating the aircraft's departure and ongoing air traffic management.

This process is critical in maintaining situational awareness and ensuring that all VFR flights comply with applicable procedural requirements. The flight strip includes vital details such as the aircraft's call sign, departure time, route, and other pertinent flight information, thereby facilitating clear communication and effective oversight by ATC personnel.