Definition
A standard radio phrase used by pilots and controllers to confirm that a statement, readback, or piece of information just transmitted by the other party is accurate.
Plain English
It means 'yes, what you just said is right.' It is the official way to confirm something on the radio instead of saying 'yep,' 'right,' or 'correct.'
Context Anchor
Heard on aviation radio when one person checks or repeats information and the other person confirms it.
Why Pilots Care
Using the precise phrase removes any chance of miscommunication during critical phases of flight.
Intuition Check
Do not treat “That Is Correct” as a new clearance or new instruction. It means the statement just made was understood correctly.
Example Sentence 1
Pilot: 'Confirm cleared to land runway 27.' Tower: 'That is correct, cleared to land runway 27.'
Example Sentence 2
After the tower confirmed the runway assignment, the pilot responded "That is correct."