Phrases & Expressions

Used to suggest that what you have just said is an understatement.

• The situation is complicated, to say the least.
• Her performance was surprising, to say the least.

An automatic spoken warning from the ground proximity warning system that the aircraft is too low over the terrain.

• The aircraft descended too early and the GPWS called "too low, terrain".
• After hearing "too low terrain", the crew climbed immediately.

A radio phrase meaning that a pilot cannot carry out an instruction or clearance.

• I am unable to comply with that request at this time.
• The pilot replied "unable to comply" because the aircraft could not climb that fast.

A polite phrase used to express disagreement, especially when speaking to someone in authority.

• With all due respect, I disagree.
• With all due respect, you're wrong.

A formal closing phrase used at the end of a letter when you do not know the name of the person you are writing to.

• Yours faithfully, Mr. Smith.
• Yours faithfully, a concerned citizen.

To climb following the published level and speed restrictions of a departure route (SID).

• Climb via SID to flight level one five zero.
• The pilot must climb via the SID.

To send a kiss by kissing your hand and then moving it away from your lips.

• She blew a kiss to her child from the window.
• He blew a kiss goodbye as the train pulled away.

Numbers that someone believes will bring them good fortune or success, often chosen for games of chance.

• My lucky numbers are 7 and 11.
• He always plays his lucky numbers.

A sign or rule indicating that parties or large social gatherings are not permitted.

• The rental agreement clearly states 'no parties'.
• This is a quiet building, so no parties are allowed.

Used to ask someone to repeat what they have just said.

• Say again, I didn't hear you.
• Tower, say again all after runway two seven.