Transmitting Techniques

Question 1

What are the different transmitting techniques?

Answer 1

• Before transmitting, listen to the frequency to make sure there is no interference with another station
• Speak at a normal conversation pace, clearly and distinctly
• Speak no more than 100 words per minute & if the recipient is writing, speak in a slower pace
• Avoid hesitation sounds such as “er”
• Speak at a constant volume level
• Slight pause before and after saying a number so that the recipient can understand
• To ensure the transmission of entire message, don’t release the transmit switch until the entire message is completed

Question 2

After a call has been made to an aeronautical station, how long should you wait before calling again?

Answer 2

10 seconds

Question 3

If simultaneous calls are made by several aircraft stations, how should an aeronautical station deal with this?

Answer 3

By deciding to answer the calls in any order