Can pilots have conversations?

Re: Can aircraft pilots communicate with each other? Yes, very normal and routine for planes to talk to each other or for planes to talk to their base. They would not be able to use cell phones, which are basically designed for terrestrial operation only.

Do pilots need to see when flying?

Most aircraft over 20 seats will always be flying under IFR rules and the pilots do not need to see outside, mainly because there will be nothing to see once they fly into the clouds or into the night. Once airborne, the pilot/s call the departure controller and confirm they see the aircraft on their radar screen.

What does a pilot say when taking off?

There is an announcement like: “Flight attendants, prepare for take-off please.” “Cabin crew, please take your seats for take-off.” Within a minute after take-off, an announcement might be made reminding passengers to keep their seat belts fastened.

Why do pilots call passengers souls?

The number of “souls” on an aircraft refers to the total living bodies on the plane: every passenger, pilot, flight attendant and crew member, according to Lord-Jones. Pilots often report the number of “souls” when declaring an emergency, she says, so rescuers know the amount of people to search for.

Can pilots be on their phones?

In the U.S., Federal Communications Commission (FCC) regulations prohibit the use of mobile phones aboard aircraft in flight. Contrary to popular misconception, the Federal Aviation Administration (FAA) does not actually prohibit the use of personal electronic devices (including cell phones) on aircraft.

Can pilots talk while flying in the cockpit?

Pilots never reveal whether or not they can talk while flying in the cockpit. They don’t want us to know because then passengers might think they’re having conversations all the time and having a good time when they should be controlling the plane.

What won’t a pilot tell you?

Here are more things a pilot won’t tell you. Two of the best words in air travel are “final approach” because it means the flight is almost over. The runway is below and straight ahead so there’s no more turning and no more holding pattern; it is time land the plane.

What is the secret phrase that pilots use that sounds wrong?

This phrase that pilots use sounds wrong but it is actually benign: Crotch watch or ‘groin scan’ refers to the required check flight attendants do to make sure all passengers have their seat belts fastened before takeoff and landing. This secret phrase pilot’s say is an instruction for flight attendants to hop on the telephone.

How do pilots know the weather before landing?

Pilots will get this on the ground before calling the ground frequency to taxi to the runway as well as in the air before calling into a control tower to land. This lets air traffic control know that the pilot already has knowledge of the current weather conditions. This automated broadcast includes the wind speed and direction.