Originally Posted by
Speedbrake
Yes it is, but standard phraseology differs from place to place. Like I said above, I don't think anyone is denying that.
No actually it's not. Some places adhere more to it and some less. But there is only one standard laid down by ICAO. Bare in mind, I am not talking about how this issue is handled all over the world!
Start with: Why I never made it through pilot’s course!
Buddy I've done both. And belive me, it was much more demanding to become a ATCO than a pilot. The later was a piece of cake!!