Here, Bob Gardner takes you through each type of airspace - class by class - advising what types of communications are necessary, what services are available, what to expect to hear from ATC, what ATC expects to hear from you, and examples of typical exchanges between pilots and air traffic controllers.

Plus a basic description of the use and capabilities of communication equipment including radios, intercoms, headsets, microphones, and transponders. This book can be a tremendous help to those who find themselves a bit reluctant to speak on the radio, either due to personal nervousness, or because you're just not sure what to say, or how to say it right.

From the Back Cover
Bob Gardner's conversational-yet-concise writing style in his approach to aviation communications will help increase your comfort level when using an aircraft radio. This book features "talk" examples of typical radio transmissions that explains how the air traffic control systems works, as well as present simulated flights that clearly demonstrate correct communications procedures in each class of airspace.

This hands on book covers the following:
* the ABCs of communicating
* understanding radio equipment
* communication etiquette and rules
* VFR, IFR, and emergency communications procedures
* air traffic facilities and their functions
* review of airspace definitions
* glossary of pilot/controller terms and phrases