Why do pilots talk fast?

Why do pilots talk fast?

It’s not always like that, but at busy airports the frequency can get very congested. Since aviation uses AM radios, if two people transmit at once the signals interfere with each other and no one is heard clearly. So, to try to get your message completed before somone interferes, you talk fast.

Is ATC difficult?

Air traffic controllers have one of the most stressful jobs out there and can often involve making life or death decisions under extreme pressure. Even though the path to becoming an air traffic controller isn’t as long or difficult as trying to become a doctor or lawyer, it is by no means easy.

What to do if you cant understand ATC?

If you don’t understand what they said because it was garbled say; “Say again”. If you don’t understand what they want you to do say; ” Student Pilot say again”. You will get the attention and clarification you need.

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.

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 the best way to get along with ATC?

Student pilot.” I did this during my student days and it seemed to always help. ATC will usually be more patient with you and actually talk to you a little slower to make sure that you understand everything. Other pilots will probably give you more room as well and respect the fact that you are newer.

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.”