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• Department: civil aviation management

• Course Name: introduction to civil aviation

• Course Week: week 05

• Instructor : Mr. Abdirahman Dahir Adan


Class Rules
Lesson Objectives
✓ By the end of this lecture, students will be able to:
•Explain the importance of the ICAO Phonetic Alphabet in aviation
communication.
•Identify and list the 26 code words of the ICAO Alphabet.
•Describe the ICAO aviation numerals and their standard pronunciations.
•Illustrate the use of the ICAO Phonetic Alphabet in air traffic control
communications.
Lecture 4: Aviation Phonetic Alphabet/ICAO Aviation Alphabet
• In the world of aviation, clear communication is paramount. Aircrafts fly at
high speeds, often crossing multiple time zones, while their crews, ground
staff, and air traffic controllers coordinate to ensure safe and efficient air
travel.

• Miscommunication can lead to disastrous consequences.


• To mitigate such risks, the International Civil Aviation Organization (ICAO)
introduced a phonetic alphabet system, known as the ICAO Alphabet.

• This universal language has become a cornerstone of global aviation


communication.
INTRODUCTION TO CIVIL AVIATION MANAGEMENT

History of Aviation Alphabet

• The ICAO Alphabet, also known as the NATO Phonetic Alphabet, traces its
roots back to the early 20th century. Initially, there was no standardized
system of communication in aviation, leading to confusion and
misunderstandings.

• The first alphabet, introduced during World War I, was the British Royal
Navy’s phonetic alphabet, known as the Signaling Phonetic Alphabet.
However, this system was not standardized and varied from one organization
to another, leading to confusion.

• In 1927, the first international phonetic alphabet, known as the International


Radiotelegraph Convention Phonetic Alphabet, was introduced.
INTRODUCTION TO CIVIL AVIATION MANAGEMENT

History of Aviation Alphabet


• It was comprised of international code words, including Amsterdam for A,
Baltimore for B. However, this system, too, was fraught with inconsistencies and
lacked universality.

• The Second World War highlighted the need for a more universally understood
and standardized phonetic alphabet.
• In 1941, the US introduced the Joint Army/Navy Phonetic Alphabet, also known as
the Able Baker alphabet, which became widely adopted during the war. However,
the Able Baker alphabet suffered from its lack of consideration for non-English
speakers.
INTRODUCTION TO CIVIL AVIATION MANAGEMENT

ICAO Alphabet Development and Adoption

• The need for a universally understood and easy-to-use phonetic alphabet led to
the birth of the ICAO Alphabet.
• The International Civil Aviation Organization, established in 1947, made it its
mission to develop a system that could be understood by all, regardless of
linguistic background. This led to an extensive process of testing,
consultation, and modification.
• In 1956, the ICAO introduced the first version of its phonetic alphabet.
However, some of the words chosen, like ‘Bar’ for B and ‘Don’ for D, led to
confusion as they sounded similar over poor quality radio transmissions.
Following a series of revisions, the final version of the ICAO Alphabet was
officially implemented in 1967.
INTRODUCTION TO CIVIL AVIATION MANAGEMENT

ICAO Alphabet Development and Adoption

• Today, the ICAO Alphabet consists of 26 code words, each corresponding to one letter
of the English alphabet.

• The phonetic alphabet is now used universally in aviation, by pilots, air traffic
controllers, and ground staff, to ensure clear and unambiguous communication.

• The ICAO Alphabet is a testament to the importance of clear communication in ensuring


safety, efficiency, and coordination in aviation.

• Today, whether you’re a pilot or a dispatcher, the ICAO Alphabet provides the language
of clarity and understanding, connecting our world through the skies.
Phonetic Alphabet Breakdown
A - Alpha B - Bravo C - Charlie D - Delta

E - Echo F - Foxtrot G - Golf H - Hotel

I - India J - Juliett K - Kilo L - Lima

M - Mike N - November O - Oscar P - Papa


Phonetic Alphabet Continued
Q - Quebec R - Romeo S - Sierra T - Tango

U - Uniform V - Victor W - Whiskey X - X-ray

Y - Yankee Z - Zulu
INTRODUCTION TO CIVIL AVIATION MANAGEMENT

ICAO Aviation Numerals

In addition to the phonetic alphabet, pilots should also be familiar with


the ICAO aviation numerals. Some use standard pronunciation and
others are modified slightly for ease of comprehension on the air.
Number ICAO Spelling Pronunciation
0 Zero Ze ro
1 Wun Wun
2 Too Too
3 Tree Tree
4 Fower Fow er
5 Fife Fife
6 Six Six
7 Seven Sev en
8 Eight Ait
9
Niner
Nin er
INTRODUCTION TO CIVIL AVIATION MANAGEMENT

Examples of ATC Communications


Here is an example of how the Aviation
Alphabet would be used between a pilot and
the Air Traffic Control Tower:
• FunAir Pilot:
"Philly Tower, FunAir 1234 Echo Romeo
ready for takeoff."
• Air Traffic Control Tower:
"FunAir 1234 Echo Romeo taxi via taxiway
Juliet and hold short Runway 27 Right."
• FunAir Pilot:
"Roger Philly Tower. Taxiing via Juliet and
holding short of Runway 27 Right."

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