Plain English Meaning

Spoken phrases that pilots are required to say out loud at set moments, so the crew stays on the same page about what the aircraft is doing.

Full Definition

Standardized verbal announcements made by flight crew members during specific phases of flight, as required by an operator's standard operating procedures, to confirm aircraft configuration, altitude, speed, or approach status.

Context Anchor

Seen in airline, charter, and training procedures, especially during approach briefings, instrument approaches, and landing procedures.