"..........Request"
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"..........Request"
10,000 apologies to the thread police if this one has already been answered.
When flying along its typical to hear "Airline123 with request" typically followed by "go ahead". Would controllers prefer if we just cut to the chase (subject to frequency load) and just come out with it "Airline123 request....."?
When flying along its typical to hear "Airline123 with request" typically followed by "go ahead". Would controllers prefer if we just cut to the chase (subject to frequency load) and just come out with it "Airline123 request....."?
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Surely it depends upon the request. Altitude changes, deviations left & right if track for weather avoidance, and track shortening are routine. I'm not an ATCO but would expect that these sort of requests need no particular warning in most cases.
However, a request to ATC that they phone your wife seeking explanation as to why your best mate's car is in the driveway whilst your off on a 5 day away trip (you saw it parked there, whilst visually monitoring adherence to the SID), including phone number, probably requires the ATCO be given a heads up, so they're ready to take notes.
However, a request to ATC that they phone your wife seeking explanation as to why your best mate's car is in the driveway whilst your off on a 5 day away trip (you saw it parked there, whilst visually monitoring adherence to the SID), including phone number, probably requires the ATCO be given a heads up, so they're ready to take notes.
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I think Capt Claret has answered that well. Personally I would prefer "Airline123 request......" as this is quicker and cuts down RT loading.
It's a pet peeve of mine to hear the drawn out conversation "Airline123 with request" "go ahead" "Airline123 request higher"
It's a pet peeve of mine to hear the drawn out conversation "Airline123 with request" "go ahead" "Airline123 request higher"
It's a pet peeve of mine to hear the drawn out conversation "Airline123 with request" "go ahead" "Airline123 request higher"
Just say "Request Flight Level XXX"
Instead of:-
Ah Blogsoworth Control SkyGod XXX Request"
"SkyGod XXX Pass Your Message"
"Ah SkyGod XXX we're in light chop here, err we were just wondering if FL XXX is available?"
"Yes SkyGod XXX FL XXX is available - do you wish to climb?"
"Affirm"
"SkyGod XXX Climb Flight Level XXX"
"Climb Flight Level XXX SkyGod XXX"
It's drives me nuts when I hear this, especially on a busy frequency.
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If it is standard stuff, come out and say it with any info that might help my decision ie "SkyGod XXX, request climb/descend FL YYY to avoid turbulence".
If it is non-standard, give me some warning so I can get ready to copy.
If it is non-standard, give me some warning so I can get ready to copy.
I dont mind when pilots use the phrase 'request'. Prepares you for something out of the ordinary and allows you to sort other things out before dealing with the request.
Do ATC call an a/c and say "Request" - a/c replies "Pass Your Message", atc - "Turn right heading 150 degrees" - similar type of thing?
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Not all requests are about change of level or heading, which can be dealt with quite rapidly.
Sometimes we get pretty random requests about the weather at XXXX, the opening hours at ZZZZ, danger area status, relay of company messages and all sorts of stuff. I think in those cases it's handy to have a bit of warning from the pilot in case they are going to block the frequency for the next half hour!!!
There's more to ATC than "heading, level, speed" or "cleared to land".. usually the closer to class G airspace you get, the more weird stuff you deal with (and scruffy customers).. bit like being a receptionist at the Hilton or at the Travelodge
Sometimes we get pretty random requests about the weather at XXXX, the opening hours at ZZZZ, danger area status, relay of company messages and all sorts of stuff. I think in those cases it's handy to have a bit of warning from the pilot in case they are going to block the frequency for the next half hour!!!
There's more to ATC than "heading, level, speed" or "cleared to land".. usually the closer to class G airspace you get, the more weird stuff you deal with (and scruffy customers).. bit like being a receptionist at the Hilton or at the Travelodge
I've had similar transmissions from the ATC side of the house as well, e.g.
ATC "Skygod XXXX I've got a re-route for you are you ready to copy?"
A/C "Skygod XXXX go ahead"
Followed by a lengthy route clearance.
Point noted re routine requests and more complex queries.
Regards,
BH
ATC "Skygod XXXX I've got a re-route for you are you ready to copy?"
A/C "Skygod XXXX go ahead"
Followed by a lengthy route clearance.
Point noted re routine requests and more complex queries.
Regards,
BH
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no idea how to quote, but fireflybob, along with everything a little common sense is needed. I work in a tower environment, if an aircraft wanted to give me a report of windshear, or problem during taxi etc, i would expect them to start with a 'request' call, especially if its busy..I haven't heard it used for anything other than something like that.
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hate it - just get it out in the open so we can deal with it...its either going to be a yes we can, no we can't or yes you can, no you can't. Some of my responses over the years.
abc request
"denied"
abc request
"pass visa number and go ahead"
abc request
"you have reached your daily limit"
all generally meet with silence!!!! followed by the request with laughter in the background......
abc request
"denied"
abc request
"pass visa number and go ahead"
abc request
"you have reached your daily limit"
all generally meet with silence!!!! followed by the request with laughter in the background......
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The one exception is if your talking to a military controller, often they're working both UHF and VHF so it's worth checking they're actually listening to you before you launch into your war and peace.
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Divingduck has about the best answer! Heavens above you are in VHF 2 way continious contact - just complete the darn sentence.
Told a few guys yesterday I was not doing requests today and that took care of those silly transmissions
Told a few guys yesterday I was not doing requests today and that took care of those silly transmissions