What is Écouter?
In this glossary, Écouter refers to: Listen on a frequency without establishing two-way communication, maintaining awareness of transmissions
How is Écouter used in aviation?
In aviation communication, this term appears in contexts such as: "United 892 Heavy, écoutez la tour sur la fréquence un-un-huit décimal sept, pas besoin d'appeler"
Why does Écouter matter in aviation?
Écouter matters because it supports clear communication in Basic ATC 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 Écouter?
Écouter is mainly used by Pilots, Air Traffic Controllers, and Cabin Crew.
What category does Écouter belong to?
In this glossary, Écouter is grouped under Basic ATC. 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.