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Explained: The Importance Of The Phonetic Alphabet In Modern Aviation

A brief history and explanation of aviation's alphabet.

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A Pilot's Guide to Aircraft Communication Systems

How the myriad of aviation conversations is performed.

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Inside an air traffic control tower. 1
An Aircraft lands in the background ahead of an ILS system. 1
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.

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A clear night at Dublin Airport with a quad engine aircraft taking off. 1
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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, affecting Qantas jets.

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Radio control panel on a Boeing aircraft. 1
Why Aircraft Radio & Communications Failures Are Incredibly Rare

A brief overview of the communications systems on aircraft.

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How Have Pilots' Headsets Changed Over The Years?

Modernization of headset technology has helped with more than just sleeker designs.

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Do Pilots Ever Encounter Festive Chatter On The Airwaves?

Christmas cheer abounds when sharing they sky with Santa and his sleigh!

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Familiar Voices: Do Pilots Ever Recognize Air Traffic Controllers On The Airwaves?

The likelihood of recognizing a controller depends where they operate.

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"Roger!": The Meanings Behind Famous Pieces Of Pilots' Radio Terminology

Insight on three often-repeated pieces of pilot lingo...

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The Different Communication Frequencies Used At Airports

A guide to the different frequencies of airport ATC.

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