Do pilots communicate with the crew?

Pilots then use the interphone system of the aircraft to talk to the ground crew while listening on VHF 1 to air traffic control and on VHF 2 to either the emergency frequency or the company frequency. They plug in a headset with mic into the airplane.

Can pilots communicate with other planes?

Re: Can aircraft pilots communicate with each other? Yes, very normal and routine for planes to talk to each other or for planes to talk to their base. They would not be able to use cell phones, which are basically designed for terrestrial operation only.

Can pilots make phone calls?

The rules states that pilots are only allowed to use company-issued devices for tasks that are directly related to the operation of the flight, for safety-related purposes or for company communications. General aviation pilots are allowed to use cell phone and iPads during flight, for which most of us are grateful.

Do pilots and flight attendants hook up?

Abacaxi: As a former flight attendant who recently resigned: Yes, they do hook up with flight attendants frequently… Not only do pilots hook up with the attendants but also passengers they meet on the flights, random women at bars hotels etc.

Why do planes take different flight paths?

The reason is simple: the shorter the distance, the less fuel is used, airlines save money. The dispatchers manage planes to ensure they manage to keep the distance of at least 5 km from each other. Another reason why flight routes may be changed is because of weather conditions.

What is the divorce rate for pilots?

30.5\%
According to data from the U.S. Census Bureau’s American Community Survey 5-year data, from 2009-2018, the divorce rate for pilots was 30.5\%. Much lower than the 53\% for the most divorce-prone group: casino gaming managers. Pilots don’t even break the top 20 for the highest divorce rate occupations.

What happens when airline pilots are away from home?

Airline pilots may spend several nights a week away from home because flight assignments often involve overnight layovers. When pilots are away from home, the airlines typically provide hotel accommodations, transportation to the airport, and an allowance for meals and other expenses. Commercial pilots also may have irregular schedules.

Can a military pilot become a commercial pilot?

Military pilots may transfer to civilian aviation and apply directly to airlines to become airline pilots. Education Airline pilots typically need a bachelor’s degree in any subject, along with a commercial pilot’s license and an ATP certificate from the FAA.

How do airplanes communicate with each other?

A: Modern airplanes use satellite communication to talk with air-traffic control. There is an older technology, High Frequency Radio, that can be used, but it is not as reliable.

What is the job description of an airline pilot?

Video transcript available at https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=oey4mi_QV48. Airline and commercial pilots fly and navigate airplanes, helicopters, and other aircraft. Pilots usually have variable work schedules, with overnight layovers that are more common for airline pilots.