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Old 15th Jun 2013, 20:55
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Another_CFI
 
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As ATCO91 said
someone with a rough running engine, would just say "I have a rough running engine" instead of actually declaring a pan.
Other pilots would declare a MAYDAY in this situation.

As a FISO I don't consider the priority set by the pilot. I consider the stated problem and react accordingly.

Also I consider how fast a response is needed. If an aircraft is downwind in the circuit and declares a "problem" I may use the crash alarm to ensure a rapid response by the RFFS. If the pilot calls on the radio and states that he estimates being at the airfield in 10 minutes then I would take a less dramatic approach to alerting the RFFS.
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