Phonetic Alphabet

Lima

The letter 'L' as spoken in the ICAO phonetic alphabet, used in ATC communications for taxiway, holding point, or aircraft identification.

Quick answer: The letter 'L' as spoken in the ICAO phonetic alphabet, used in ATC communications for taxiway, holding point, or aircraft identification.

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Quick answer

The letter 'L' as spoken in the ICAO phonetic alphabet, used in ATC communications for taxiway, holding point, or aircraft identification.

Why it matters

Lima 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 Lima?

In this glossary, Lima refers to: The letter 'L' as spoken in the ICAO phonetic alphabet, used in ATC communications for taxiway, holding point, or aircraft identification.

How is Lima used in aviation?

In aviation communication, this term appears in contexts such as: "Rulla tramite Lima e Sierra, mantieni prima della pista 15 destra, contatta la torre quando sei pronto per il decollo."

Why does Lima matter in aviation?

Lima 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 Lima?

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

What category does Lima belong to?

In this glossary, Lima 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 letter 'L' as spoken in the ICAO phonetic alphabet, used in ATC communications for taxiway, holding point, or aircraft identification.

Operational example

Taxi via Lima and Sierra, hold short of Runway 15 Right, contact tower when ready for departure.

Localized term

Lima

Localized example

Rulla tramite Lima e Sierra, mantieni prima della pista 15 destra, contatta la torre quando sei pronto per il decollo.

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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