Communicating at Aerodromes
Class G Aerodromes (Uncontrolled)
Broadcast to Avoid Collision
You must broadcast whenever you think it's necessary to avoid a collision with another aircraft.
Consider broadcasting when:
- You're 10 nautical miles away from the aerodrome
- You're joining a circuit
- You've landed and are clear of the runways
- You're starting to taxi
- You're about to enter a runway
When you broadcast, include the following information, in this order:
- The name of the aerodrome, followed by the word TRAFFIC.
- Your aircraft's type and callsign.
- Your current altitude (if appropriate).
Class C & D Aerodromes (Controlled)
You need to get clearance before you:
- Enter controlled airspace
- Taxi on any part of the maneuvering area
- Enter, cross, or backtrack on a runway
- Take off
- Land
When you first contact Ground or Tower without a flight plan, state your intentions. For example, you might say, "ABC with inbound details" or "ABC with outbound details."