Aviation English
Basic ATC

What is Turn right?

Turn right An instruction from ATC to initiate a right turn onto a specific heading, route, or to avoid traffic or terrain.

Source: ICAO Doc 9432, FAA PCG

How is “Turn right” Used in Practice?

Turn right heading 220, vectors for traffic separation.

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 Turn right?

An instruction from ATC to initiate a right turn onto a specific heading, route, or to avoid traffic or terrain.

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