1) Aeronautical Information Manual** (Not "Airmen's" lol... I heard it). 2) I recently launched my Insiders Newsletter where once a week I send out an important aviation lesson I've learned, links to my latest content so you don't miss anything, and behind the scenes info. You can sign up (free) at AirplaneAcademy.com/insiders
Currently at work, so I haven't watched the entire video yet. So if you cover the following in this video, just ignore me. But one thing I do to brush up on ATC communications while I'm at work is I have ADS-BExchange up on my side monitor, centered around the local Class C airport. Then on my phone I pull up Live-ATC and tune into the Approach/Departure frequencies for that airport. I'm able to listen to ATC interact with pilots, and watch their progress. The map tells me roughly when I should be expecting to hear certain messages from ATC. It's even better on IMC days when I can listen to the approach and IFR clearances. Now, when I go up in IMC to do currency approaches, talking to ATC is not even a thought in my mind.
I used Plane English because the radios were the scariest part of learning to fly for me. I found it extremely helpful. They have well structures lessons and force you to speak out loud which really helps.
Listening to LiveATC as a student is super helpful, it doesn't take much time. For myself, I started writing down everything I heard in short form (listening to my training airport) and then rewound to see what I got correct. About an hour or so of that everything started clicking in. Try not to be passive about it, writing as you listen really cements it. You'll notice a difference on your next flight.
LiveATC is great. I'll listen to LiveATC for a good 15 to 20 minutes before driving to the airport on fly days. Whilst I'm still a student pilot, it still gives me an idea what to expect in way of air traffic, and who I may be sharing the circuit with. Side note, my local airport is an international airport. I routinely share the airspace with B737 / A320's, had a B767 the other week, and A330's / B777's / B747's are not common, but not uncommon either. Makes me feel very small in my C172 when flying around the big boys.
Thanks for the helpful refresher ! "Student Pilot" really helped me back when I was first learning......."Rusty Pilot" may not be in the AIM but it's been well received by ATC especially when asking for a progressive taxi at larger airports.
Learned in Dallas class B airspace?! Wow. My boys' godfather is the one-and-only Eddie The Eagle Belfour, who, if you don't know won the Stanley Cup in 1999 with the Dallas Stars. I was down in Dallas ~9 months ago, with Ed, when he was inducted into the Dallas Stars Hall of Fame. Ed is also a passionate pilot as well. One day, ill introduce you. In fact, if you wish to do a special guest appearance episode to share others' stories of learning to fly, i imagine Ed would be more than happy to be on your roster. He's also the President of Belfour Spirits. Pretty unique success story. Your audience may find his story inspiring.
I suggest listening to the “Opposing Bases” podcast too. It’s hosted by two guys who are both active ATC’s and pilots. It’s very, very informative and helpful.
For recent PPLs an alternative to student pilot is 'unfamilar', Nice thing about PTAC is its international, eg if you get a ILS clearance in Australia in controlled airspace it'll be in PTAC format.
I was going to say PTAC if you didn't. When I first heard an ATC guy talk about it, a little light went on in my head. It really structures what you need to repeat to them. Position does really matter to you, so you can throw that out. Just "Turn" to the heading he/she tells you, Maintain a certain "Altitude", and your "Clerance". That's it!
Another awesome video!! Lots of great points covered! Just did some pilot/controller outreach this weekend and discussed comms in great detail. Speaking as a controller - we want to talk to you. Better talking to you knowing what your intentions are than guessing and trying to miss you.
I was terrified of ATC communications when i started a few months ago. I actually picked it up really quick. I still get mixed up when they talk really fast, say s9mething i havent heard before, or when the squelch is way off.
This has be very helpful and perfect timing, I am about to do my towered solo and I just can't wrap my head around it all yet. 3 full-stop landings and pattern work. What the heck does "on the go" mean when the tower says cleared for takeoff runway 26 "on the go" make left closed traffic.........
I've watched a bunch of atc videos and my brain can never keep up with what im hearing to repeat it back. I'm just starting out and things already look this bleak.
Great vid Charlie, Big mistake I made, my thumb missed the red button when I read back ATC instructions, I was severely chastised by the controller when they didn’t hear me, Dumb me…..
I'm struggling with PTAC right now. Didn't know it was PTAC...it was long and intimidating and I always screwed it up. My IFR x-country is tonight and I'll be a little more prepared...
If you want to get more serious with ATC I recommend PilotEdge. It isn’t free, but the experience is much more realistic. I use it to keep up proficient on my instrument flying skills.
lot of grreat good tips... Do u get at yur Add field ? ATC tell ga ac alot to do a 360° when up in pattern like on dw bc they can't deal w u a slow ga w other jets mostly corp jets also mixed in. ? that happened to you down Dallas way? they do it all time up here Kbed class D under Boston class B think it too so dangerous...esp trng students ga pilots alot alot here.. ATC flipping lil ga ac making circles at 1000' agl.. so stupid stupid.. risky think bc ATC so lazzy or incompetent can't plan better or manage diff mix traffic. ATC pretty pathetic nowadays .. omg smfh
1) Aeronautical Information Manual** (Not "Airmen's" lol... I heard it). 2) I recently launched my Insiders Newsletter where once a week I send out an important aviation lesson I've learned, links to my latest content so you don't miss anything, and behind the scenes info. You can sign up (free) at AirplaneAcademy.com/insiders
Another very useful phrase is, "Speak slower." It's very handy when you get a controller who was a tobacco auctioneer in a previous life.
Lol, they should ban auctioneers from becoming ATC. Especially for us up and coming pilots.
As a controller at a Core 30 airport... listen to everything this man has said.
Currently at work, so I haven't watched the entire video yet. So if you cover the following in this video, just ignore me. But one thing I do to brush up on ATC communications while I'm at work is I have ADS-BExchange up on my side monitor, centered around the local Class C airport. Then on my phone I pull up Live-ATC and tune into the Approach/Departure frequencies for that airport. I'm able to listen to ATC interact with pilots, and watch their progress. The map tells me roughly when I should be expecting to hear certain messages from ATC. It's even better on IMC days when I can listen to the approach and IFR clearances. Now, when I go up in IMC to do currency approaches, talking to ATC is not even a thought in my mind.
I used Plane English because the radios were the scariest part of learning to fly for me. I found it extremely helpful. They have well structures lessons and force you to speak out loud which really helps.
I just started a 6th month subscription. This for TNT feedback
You have a great way of communicating. It goes out well.
Listening to LiveATC as a student is super helpful, it doesn't take much time. For myself, I started writing down everything I heard in short form (listening to my training airport) and then rewound to see what I got correct. About an hour or so of that everything started clicking in. Try not to be passive about it, writing as you listen really cements it. You'll notice a difference on your next flight.
Good idea Kaz. I'll have to do that a time or two before I start my flight training in a couple weeks.
Great tip! thanks!
Literally the BEST aviation UA-camr, thank you Charlie!!!
Thank you, really appreciate that!
LiveATC is great. I'll listen to LiveATC for a good 15 to 20 minutes before driving to the airport on fly days.
Whilst I'm still a student pilot, it still gives me an idea what to expect in way of air traffic, and who I may be sharing the circuit with.
Side note, my local airport is an international airport. I routinely share the airspace with B737 / A320's, had a B767 the other week, and A330's / B777's / B747's are not common, but not uncommon either. Makes me feel very small in my C172 when flying around the big boys.
I learned to fly in San Diego airspace. My first solo cross country was down the coast over LAX. 😳
Thanks for the helpful refresher !
"Student Pilot" really helped me back when I was first learning......."Rusty Pilot" may not be in the AIM but it's been well received by ATC especially when asking for a progressive taxi at larger airports.
Learned in Dallas class B airspace?! Wow.
My boys' godfather is the one-and-only Eddie The Eagle Belfour, who, if you don't know won the Stanley Cup in 1999 with the Dallas Stars. I was down in Dallas ~9 months ago, with Ed, when he was inducted into the Dallas Stars Hall of Fame.
Ed is also a passionate pilot as well.
One day, ill introduce you. In fact, if you wish to do a special guest appearance episode to share others' stories of learning to fly, i imagine Ed would be more than happy to be on your roster.
He's also the President of Belfour Spirits. Pretty unique success story. Your audience may find his story inspiring.
Wow, very cool!!
I suggest listening to the “Opposing Bases” podcast too. It’s hosted by two guys who are both active ATC’s and pilots. It’s very, very informative and helpful.
How many hrs TT u have now ? Yur a comm pilot? Are you a CFI ?
Good vids channel
thxx do more pls
Why not recommending VATSIM? It's the absolute best way to practice and getting comfortable with ATC.
That would be PilotEdge. The absolute best platform to practice and learn phraseology.
For recent PPLs an alternative to student pilot is 'unfamilar', Nice thing about PTAC is its international, eg if you get a ILS clearance in Australia in controlled airspace it'll be in PTAC format.
I was going to say PTAC if you didn't. When I first heard an ATC guy talk about it, a little light went on in my head. It really structures what you need to repeat to them. Position does really matter to you, so you can throw that out. Just "Turn" to the heading he/she tells you, Maintain a certain "Altitude", and your "Clerance". That's it!
Great tutorial video, thank you for everything you do for the community.
I was hoping I wasn’t the only one that’s still saying “student pilot “ even after already having my ppl.
Another awesome video!! Lots of great points covered! Just did some pilot/controller outreach this weekend and discussed comms in great detail.
Speaking as a controller - we want to talk to you. Better talking to you knowing what your intentions are than guessing and trying to miss you.
Awesome!!
yes yes... "Student Pilot" helps ya alot w ATC... used it too
I was terrified of ATC communications when i started a few months ago. I actually picked it up really quick. I still get mixed up when they talk really fast, say s9mething i havent heard before, or when the squelch is way off.
This has be very helpful and perfect timing, I am about to do my towered solo and I just can't wrap my head around it all yet. 3 full-stop landings and pattern work. What the heck does "on the go" mean when the tower says cleared for takeoff runway 26 "on the go" make left closed traffic.........
On the go means what they want you to do after you take off
I've watched a bunch of atc videos and my brain can never keep up with what im hearing to repeat it back. I'm just starting out and things already look this bleak.
I definitely have enjoyed your content. Working on a purchase a 2007 cessna 182.
Great vid Charlie,
Big mistake I made, my thumb missed the red button when I read back ATC instructions, I was severely chastised by the controller when they didn’t hear me,
Dumb me…..
I'll remember CRAFT and RAFT. One thing I definitely want to master early on is being proficient on the radio. Keep up the good work.
Excellent advice. Thanks
My first time at a towered airport I let them know I was a student after a funky read back and the controllers were great about it.
I'm struggling with PTAC right now. Didn't know it was PTAC...it was long and intimidating and I always screwed it up. My IFR x-country is tonight and I'll be a little more prepared...
Good luck!
Best of luck!
Pov me in an airliner saying student pilot😂
I would touring Lena Garner if I can fly
This guy is excellent !!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!
😊😅 I'm here in Kansas and then route to go see Lena Garner
hi
I play MSfs on vatsim so this video is extremely helpful.
If you want to get more serious with ATC I recommend PilotEdge. It isn’t free, but the experience is much more realistic. I use it to keep up proficient on my instrument flying skills.
Plane English is really good. I highly recommend it.
Thanks, Charlie. The PTAC tip finally made that radio call click for me.
Man, thanks for all your help. I just started training, and this has helped me a lot!
Talking is #4 on the ANICS priority list
What tool do you use to overlay the iPad writing on your vids?
Thanks!
Brilliant!
You are my favorite teacher. Thanks for your help
Thank you! Really appreciate that and glad you enjoy the channel.
lot of grreat good tips...
Do u get at yur Add field ? ATC tell ga ac alot to do a 360° when up in pattern like on dw bc they can't deal w u a slow ga w other jets mostly corp jets also mixed in. ? that happened to you down Dallas way?
they do it all time up here Kbed class D under Boston class B
think it too so dangerous...esp trng students ga pilots alot alot here.. ATC flipping lil ga ac making circles at 1000' agl.. so stupid stupid.. risky
think bc ATC so lazzy or incompetent can't plan better or manage diff mix traffic. ATC pretty pathetic nowadays .. omg smfh