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What do pilots say to passengers when crashing?
THE phrase “Easy Victor” is one that you never want to hear your pilot say on a flight – because it means the plane is going to crash. It’s often used by pilots to warn crew to evacuate the plane without alarming passengers according to a flight attendant.
What do pilots say at end of flight?
To indicate the landing clearance or final approach, the Captain will either make the following announcement and/or blink the No Smoking sign. “Flight attendants, prepare for landing please.” “Cabin crew, please take your seats for landing.” It may be followed by an announcement by a flight attendant.
Why do pilots say rotate on takeoff?
Long story short, pilots say rotate as a verbal queue that the aircraft has reached its predetermined Vr and hence appropriate inputs can be applied to safely pitch the aircraft in a nose-up attitude to gain lift.
Who is in charge of ATC in aviation?
That being said, ATC exists solely for YOU as the pilot, and as pilot in command YOU are in charge of the safety of the flight. A routine example of this is if ATC clears you for takeoff and says “no delay, Learjet on 2 mile final”. You don’t have to accept this takeoff clearance.
Can a recreational pilot fly without ATC communication?
Recreational pilots cannot fly in airspace requiring ATC communication, but it’s a good idea to learn to use the right words. This knowledge can help them in an emergency, and it helps prepare a recreational pilot for a private pilot certificate, if he decides to continue his training.
What does ATC think about student pilots?
For example, ATC understands that student pilots are learning and will gladly give them additional assistance and some TLC if students identify themselves. If you look in AIM 4-2-e, you find all you have to say is, “Dayton Tower, this is Fleetwing one two three four, student pilot.”
What is ATC traffic in air traffic control?
TRAFFIC —A term used by ATC to refer to one or more aircraft. TRAFFIC IN SIGHT —Used by pilots to inform a controller that previously issued traffic is in sight. UNABLE —Indicates inability to comply with a specific instruction, request, or clearance. VERIFY —Request confirmation of information; e.g., “verify assigned altitude.”