Aviation English
Basic ATC

What is Pan pan?

Pan pan A radio call indicating an urgent situation that is not immediately life-threatening.

Source: ICAO Doc 9432, FAA PCG

How is “Pan pan” Used in Practice?

Pilot, pan pan, engine failure, requesting immediate return to airport.

Certification Exam Relevance

ICAO Level 4ICAO Level 5ICAO Level 6EASA FCL.055

Who Needs to Know This Term?

  • Pilots
  • Air Traffic Controllers
  • Cabin Crew

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What is Pan pan?

A radio call indicating an urgent situation that is not immediately life-threatening.

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