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For questions about standard words, phrases, and abbreviations used by pilots and ATC in aviation radio communications. (More general questions about aviation-specific words, phrases, or definitions used outside of radio communications should usually be tagged [terminology] instead.)
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Is "Pull up and be ready" standard phraseology?
After the fact, I can guess that he meant, "Pull up to the runway hold short line, staying on the taxiway, and be ready for immediate takeoff when cleared".
But his phrasing was non-standard, and d …
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What is the origin for "squawk" having two different meanings in aviation?
In Aviation, a "Squawk code" is a common term for a "Transponder Code".
"Squawk 2345 and Ident"
But it is also commonly a way to report problems with an airplane.
"After I landed, I Squawk'd the bro …
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What are the most common uses of radio communication when flying?
It will be hard to list everything that is said, but I can try to start with some of the basic examples:
Pilot is ready to taxi to the Runway
P: Tower, N12345, has information Tango, at South Parkin …
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What does ATC mean when they refer to "company"?
It means, "The same airline as you".
The typical communication is:
"Cactus 123: You are cleared to land, 31L. Following Company Traffic on a 2 mile final"
Which means:
"You are following an …
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Why do English-speaking pilots and ATC say "Niner" instead of "Nine"?
The reasons I've heard behind the pronunciations:
Three / Tree:
Some non-native English speakers have trouble both pronouncing and understanding the "TH" sound. Tree is better pronounced and better …
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How should I request flight following when I'm not taking a direct route to my destination?
I would make the request as:
(controller) "N12345, Say your request"
(you) "N12345 request VFR Flight Following from Madison via the Joliet VOR to Cox Dayton; Altitude 5,500"
I don't think all the i …
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How do I properly report sighting a drone or hobby UAV to ATC?
Great question, and I'm not sure there is an entirely established procedure for this yet, as drones are still a relatively new development.
First, your responsibility as a VFR pilot is "See and Avoid …
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How unusual were MH370's final ATC exchanges?
I have not heard the actual audio in context; I've only read the transcripts.
However, from the transcripts, I see the timing between some of their calls as a bit confusing and unusual.
01:01:14 | M …
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