Words, Phrases and Callsigns Flashcards
1
Q
how should numbers be pronounced?
A
singular digits, stress the syllables in capitals
2
Q
how is 3, 4, 5, 9 pronounced?
A
Tree
FOW-er
FIFE
NINER
3
Q
how is Decimal pronounced?
A
Day-see-mal
4
Q
how is hundred pronounced?
A
hun-dred
5
Q
how is thousand pronounced?
A
tou-sand
6
Q
what is the time used typically?
A
Universal Time Coordinate (UTC)
7
Q
what is a READBACK?
A
a callsign to ensure that the pilot has received and understood a message or instructions.
8
Q
when is a READBACK required? (10)
A
- ATC Taxi, departure, route, and approach clearances
- Cleared to VFR flights to operate as controlled flights
- Cleared to taxi, enter, land on, or take off on the runway in use
- Instructions to remain clear or held clear of the runway in use, and taxi instructions including taxi router and holding point where specified
- Runway in use
- Transponder (SSR Code)
- Level instructions
- Heading and speed instructions
- Altimeter settings (QNH)
- Frequency
9
Q
what happens when received instructions don’t require a readback?
A
WILCO is typically used.
