For BM3RE to EGLL 20 July
Hi Guys. I was on 119.72 for your approach this morning and I did not understand your comment about my inclusion of "to" in the descent clearance causing confusion?? Our book "Teach Yourself ATC" says that "to" is the correct word to use when an altitude is involved, e.g. "Descend TO altitude four thousand feet...". When a FL is involved the word is omitted, e.g. "Climb FL 80". There is on-going discussion about phraseology and I think that eventually the use of the word "to" may be discouraged. However, it's perfectly standard at present so expect to hear it more often..