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Old 3rd Jan 2008, 16:25
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JTobias
 
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I was taught to prefix the word "Helicopter" to my Aircraft registration and i traditionally do this when I'm flying rotary. I have never been pulled up over it when talking to ATC and regardless of whether or not it is standard or acceptable phraseology (by CAP standards) I personally think it immediately allows ATC to identify the possible capabilities of the aircraft type (not the pilot!) quickly.

Once I've initiated contact I usually abbreviate to Helicopter XX afterwards.

So there!
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