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ATC Communications: What to Say, and When

Plane and Pilot

You check the weather, get information Charlie, and then tune up tower frequency. Consider what calls might come up given the route of flight and the types of airspace and weather it might pass through. Pilots should also take full advantage of free reference materials like the FAA’s Aeronautical Information Manual (AIM).

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ATC Communications: What to Say, and When

Plane and Pilot

You check the weather, get information Charlie, and then tune up tower frequency. Consider what calls might come up given the route of flight and the types of airspace and weather it might pass through. Pilots should also take full advantage of free reference materials like the FAA’s Aeronautical Information Manual (AIM).

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How to Talk to ATC (Beginner’s Guide)

Pilot Institute

It’s used for aircraft registration, airport taxiways, holding points, weather broadcasts, and more. The FAA’s Aeronautical Information Manual (AIM) is a fantastic resource. The alphabet uses words to replace letters to reduce confusion over the airwaves. Learning this alphabet from A to Z is key.