Communications

Radio Talk

Practice real-world radio calls one conversation at a time, with an FAA source for every answer.

Practice simulator only — not live ATC. Airports, aircraft and frequencies are fictional examples. This does not replace flight instruction or grant any privileges; towered-airport operations require the §61.325 training and endorsement.

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Lesson 8: CTAF at Non-Towered Airports

You're flying to Pine Lake Airport (fictional), which has no control tower. Its CTAF is an example frequency of 122.8. No one on CTAF gives clearances — pilots announce their own positions and intentions.

Situation

You're planning the flight to Pine Lake.

Where do you find the airport's CTAF?

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