Phrases & Expressions

To fly along a set course towards a radio navigation station or fix.

• After the turn, we tracked inbound on the 090 radial.
• Track inbound to the VOR and report overhead.

To rely on the aircraft's flight management system (FMS) for navigation and control.

• In this situation, pilots are trained to trust the box.
• When the autopilot is engaged, you must trust the box.

Pilot phraseology meaning the aircraft cannot enter or continue a holding pattern, for example because of low fuel.

• The aircraft declared unable hold due to low fuel.
• We are unable hold, proceeding direct to destination.

A change in power or government that violates the country's constitution.

• The international community condemned the unconstitutional change.
• There were fears of an unconstitutional change of leadership.

To restore airflow over an aircraft wing after it has stalled.

• Unstall the wing by lowering the nose.
• The pilot lowered the nose to unstall the wing quickly.

To stop giving medical treatment to a patient who cannot recover, especially life support.

• The family decided to withdraw care.
• Doctors may withdraw care when there is no hope of recovery.

To proceed with the takeoff procedure, especially after reaching a critical decision speed (V1).

• The pilot decided to continue takeoff after V1.
• You must continue takeoff if you pass this speed.

A ground proximity warning that the aircraft is close to the ground without landing flaps set.

• The crew heard "too low flaps" on approach and went around.
• A "too low flaps" warning means the landing flaps are not in position.

A US rule that a pilot must fly six instrument approaches in six months to stay instrument current.

• You need your 6 in 6 to stay current for instrument flying.
• She flew three approaches in the simulator to meet the 6 in 6 requirement.

A standard call in aviation to confirm speed at 80 knots during takeoff.

• The co-pilot made the 80 knots check.
• Listen for the 80 knots check call.