May 8, 20215 yr Everything in aviation especially when communicating with ATC or other pilots, is based on 'MSL' with regards to altitude --and to KIAS with regards to speed?The radar altimeter, if one exists in the plane, is never used in communicating with others. And, communication is always in English and in the Imperial System (ie. not metric). So if I went to Russia or China, ATC will communicate with me in English and use Imperial units?
May 8, 20215 yr Administrators Pretty much, English is used for world-wide ATC communications. Can't say for sure about whether barometer is given in metric or imperial units or maybe both. Take a look at your barometer indicator in your aircraft. Some will display both units. Charlie AronAVSIM Board of Directors-ADMIN/Moderator-RegistrarJust going to run a Chromebook and not upgrade to a Windows computer. Too many problems with the new Sims! 😱Trying to keep peace and harmony and the will of Landru on the site seems to be a full time job!
May 8, 20215 yr Many years ago while I was stationed in Japan, a number of us were invited to judge an English language contest at a nearby Japanese Self Defense Air Force base. The aviation cadets were required to learn English as part of their training because English is the international aviation language. They all did well. James M Driskell, Maj USMC (Ret)
May 9, 20215 yr ATC do not have to communicate in English with domestic flights - the requirements only apply to international operations. China, like Russia, will give altitude in metres. John My co-pilot's name is Sid and he's a star! http://www.adventure-unlimited.org
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