Uploaded April 2021 | Updated September 2026, 3 hours ago
Learning how to talk to ATC (Air Traffic Control) was one of the more challenging parts of becoming a pilot for me. Particularly flying in and around the Class Bravo airspace, there was a lot to be thinking about on top of flying the airplane itself.
There were 5 situations in particular that really threw me for a loop, but they got radically easier with time. In this video I want to point out those situations and how they got easier for me, and how you can master them, too. It really comes down to knowing what to expect and remembering to ask for help if you need it, but there are also some more specific tips for the five unique situations I describe in this video.
I hope it helps you in your aviation journey!
Also mentioned in this video:
7:44: Writing Down ATC Clearances: youtu.be/OCCZIbyu_0c
17:37: Flying into DFW Class B Airspace (Full Flight): youtu.be/q9dEZsjwhOU
17:58: 15 Ways to Instantly Get Better Talking to ATC: youtu.be/ExnLJ-bWekI
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Learning how to talk to ATC (Air Traffic Control) was one of the more challenging parts of becoming a pilot for me. Particularly flying in and around the Class Bravo airspace, there was a lot to be thinking about on top of flying the airplane itself.
There were 5 situations in particular that really threw me for a loop, but they got radically easier with time. In this video I want to point out those situations and how they got easier for me, and how you can master them, too. It really comes down to knowing what to expect and remembering to ask for help if you need it, but there are also some more specific tips for the five unique situations I describe in this video.
I hope it helps you in your aviation journey!
Also mentioned in this video:
7:44: Writing Down ATC Clearances: youtu.be/OCCZIbyu_0c
17:37: Flying into DFW Class B Airspace (Full Flight): youtu.be/q9dEZsjwhOU
17:58: 15 Ways to Instantly Get Better Talking to ATC: youtu.be/ExnLJ-bWekI
Below you can sign up below for my free five-day email series that covers the most impactful lessons I've had as an aviator, from flying to airplane ownership. You'll also be the first to hear about my new courses on how to buy an airplane and how I afford aviation through side hustles by signing up for the wait list here:
airplaneacademy.com/join
If you want to know more about me (Charlie), here's my bio and aviation bucket list: airplaneacademy.com/charlie-gasmire
Looking for 1:1 help? Check out airplaneacademy.com/hire-charlie and we can talk anything aviation or entrepreneurship related.
