#radio
Cockpit Tea: United Airlines Passenger Recalls Hearing “Curse Words” Mid-Flight On Channel 9
The flight crew accidentally broadcast cockpit audio through to the aircraft's IFE system.
Here’s Why Pilots Dread Hearing This ATC Message
No pilot wants to receive this order.
Why Do Pilots Use The Phonetic Alphabet?
Clear communication is an integral part of aviation safety.
United Airlines Fixes Airbus A321neo Radio Issues After Grounding 4 Aircraft & Pausing Deliveries
Data shows that one aircraft was delivered in June, but has yet to perform its first revenue flight.
Countless Digits: How Do Pilots Know Who To Talk To & Where Do They Find Radio Frequencies?
Finding frequencies and talking on the radios is a major part of piloting planes.
Do Pilots Ever Have Difficulty Understanding ATC Transmissions & How Are Such Issues Overcome?
Ensuring harmony between sender and receiver.
Explained: The Importance Of The Phonetic Alphabet In Modern Aviation
A brief history and explanation of aviation's alphabet.
Do You Really Need To Put Your Phone In Airplane Mode For A Flight?
A look at why airplane mode exists and how important it really is.
Squawk Codes: A Pilot's Perspective
The simple technology that grants ATC access to a flight's critical information.
How Do Student Pilots Learn Etiquette, Terminology, & Conventions For ATC Communication?
Aviation phraseology allows for clear and concise communication between pilots and ATCs.
Why Does Aviation Use The Phonetic Alphabet?
Using a standardized alphabet and pronunciation reduces miscommunication and makes flying safer.
How Do Airlines Operate When There Is No ATC On Duty?
How and when airliners operate without controllers.
Alpha, Bravo, Charlie: Why Aviation Uses The Phonetic Alphabet
A look at how and why pilots communicate using the phonetic alphabet.
"Roger!": The Meanings Behind Famous Pieces Of Pilots' Radio Terminology
Insight on three often-repeated pieces of pilot lingo.
A Pilot's Guide to Aircraft Communication Systems
How the myriad of aviation conversations is performed.
Explained: The Protocols That Minimize & Negate The Impacts Of Losses Of ATC Communication
What to do when you can’t contact air traffic control.
How Have Landing Aids Evolved Over The Years?
Light and radio systems were developed early on in aviation, and have become the ILS systems used today.
Qantas Crew Told To Fly Through Radio Interference Allegedly From Chinese Military
Chinese warships in the Asia Pacific are believed to be responsible for disrupting radio transmissions and GPS, affectin...
Why Aircraft Radio & Communications Failures Are Incredibly Rare
A brief overview of the communications systems on aircraft.
How Have Pilots' Headsets Changed Over The Years?
Modernization of headset technology has helped with more than just sleeker designs.