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Radio Telephony and ATC Coordination Practice Day

One day of scenario drills for clear, correct radio calls and airspace coordination.

1 dayProfessional & specialisedMin age 18+
1 dayDuration
3–6Group size
18+Minimum age
EnglishLanguage of teaching
Course overview

About this course

Many drone jobs near airports, helipads and controlled airspace need you to talk to air traffic services clearly and correctly. This day takes the fear out of the first real call. You practise phraseology in role-play, as pilot and as controller.

FormatPractical role-play and instructor feedback
LanguagesEnglish
CertificateIDA certificate of participation
FeesOn request. Contact admissions for the current fee and batch dates.
Who it is for

Is this course right for you?

  • Pilots working in or near controlled airspace
  • Teams who must request permissions or coordinate with air traffic services
  • Pilots who hold or are preparing for a radiotelephony qualification
  • Operations managers who supervise radio procedures
Learning outcomes

What you will be able to do

  • Use standard phraseology with confidence
  • Make first contact with an air traffic unit
  • Request permission and clearance for an operation
  • State intentions, deviations and positions clearly
  • Keep a reliable two-way link
  • Handle non-standard and urgent calls
Syllabus

What the course covers

Module 01

Briefing

  • Radio telephony principles
  • Controlled airspace procedures
  • Roles of air traffic services
Module 02

Scenario exercises

  • Initial calls and information services
  • Requesting authorisation
  • Communicating intentions and deviations
  • Read-backs and position reports
  • Simulated urgent situations
Practical content

Hands-on training

  • Role-play as pilot and as controller
  • Group debriefs on phraseology and clarity
Assessment

How you are assessed

  • None. The day builds confidence; the instructor gives feedback throughout.
Prerequisites

Before you join

  • A radiotelephony qualification or ongoing preparation
  • Working knowledge of aviation phraseology
  • A remote pilot certificate for your category
India context

What to know in India

  • Check the current rules on radio operation and airspace coordination for drone work in your area before you operate

Drone rules in India are issued by the Directorate General of Civil Aviation (DGCA) and managed through the Digital Sky platform. They change from time to time, so IDA admissions confirms the current requirement for your category and operation at enrolment.

Careers

Roles this course supports

Airport-area pilotOperations coordinator
Certification

What you receive

IDA certificate of participation. Certificates are issued by International Drone Academy, part of World Skill University and powered by AIESF and WSSH Australia. Where a regulator licence or permission is also required, IDA explains the steps at enrolment.

Questions

Frequently asked

Is there an exam?

No. This is practice, not a qualification test.

Where and when does it run?

Batch dates and academy locations change through the year. Send an enquiry and admissions will share the next start dates for your city.

How do I enrol?

Use the enquiry form on this page, or email admin@internationaldroneacademy.org.

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