Basics for Radio Communication

4. Aviation Jargon

4.3. Modern NATO Code Words

We will only deal with the most important terms here.

TermExplanation
Affirm Confirm / Agree
Negative Negative / Disagree
Roger Received radio message
Wilco Will comply with orders
Say again Repeat Transmission
Standby Wait for more information / Pause transmission
Visual Visual contact with friendly aircraft or ground forces; Opposite of "Blind"
Contact Confirm sighting

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