Phonetic Alphabet

ستة

The ICAO/FAA radiotelephony spelling for the numeral '6'. Used for unambiguous communication of headings, altitudes, frequencies, and runways in ATC phraseology.

Quick answer: The ICAO/FAA radiotelephony spelling for the numeral '6'. Used for unambiguous communication of headings, altitudes, frequencies, and runways in ATC phraseology.

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Quick answer

The ICAO/FAA radiotelephony spelling for the numeral '6'. Used for unambiguous communication of headings, altitudes, frequencies, and runways in ATC phraseology.

Why it matters

ستة matters because it supports clear communication in Phonetic Alphabet contexts for Pilots, Air Traffic Controllers, and Cabin Crew. It also connects to aviation training and exam language such as ICAO Level 4, ICAO Level 5, ICAO Level 6, and EASA FCL.055.

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Questions and answers

Questions and answers

What is ستة?

In this glossary, ستة refers to: The ICAO/FAA radiotelephony spelling for the numeral '6'. Used for unambiguous communication of headings, altitudes, frequencies, and runways in ATC phraseology.

How is ستة used in aviation?

In aviation communication, this term appears in contexts such as: "حافظ على الاتجاه اثنان أربعة ستة، وانخفض واحتفظ بستة آلاف قدم."

Why does ستة matter in aviation?

ستة matters because it supports clear communication in Phonetic Alphabet contexts for Pilots, Air Traffic Controllers, and Cabin Crew. It also connects to aviation training and exam language such as ICAO Level 4, ICAO Level 5, ICAO Level 6, and EASA FCL.055.

Who uses ستة?

ستة is mainly used by Pilots, Air Traffic Controllers, and Cabin Crew.

What category does ستة belong to?

In this glossary, ستة is grouped under Phonetic Alphabet. Related pages in this category explain adjacent procedures, commands and operational concepts.

Where does this definition come from?

This definition is sourced from ICAO Doc 9432, FAA PCG and published by Protermify Aviation as a static aviation reference page.

Definition

The ICAO/FAA radiotelephony spelling for the numeral '6'. Used for unambiguous communication of headings, altitudes, frequencies, and runways in ATC phraseology.

Operational example

Maintain heading two four six, descend and maintain six thousand feet.

Localized term

ستة

Localized example

حافظ على الاتجاه اثنان أربعة ستة، وانخفض واحتفظ بستة آلاف قدم.

Definition language

English reference definition

Source

ICAO Doc 9432, FAA PCG

Exam relevance

  • ICAO Level 4
  • ICAO Level 5
  • ICAO Level 6
  • EASA FCL.055

Target audience

  • Pilots
  • Air Traffic Controllers
  • Cabin Crew

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