Originally Posted by
Jim59
Not necessarily. Non-radar units may still assign a squawk so other nearby radar units can see from where a particular aircraft is receiving a service.
Yes, necessarily - in the context posed by the OP, it is a real consideration until the general position of the aircraft is known. It is also a matter of knowing where to look to obtain the identification by observing the code selection when it occurs - otherwise it is necessary to then use the ident feature.
Originally Posted by
chevvron
First call should be callsign only then wait; the controller will respond either 'pass your message' or 'standby'.
Well, no - it should also include a brief request for the service required!
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