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EASA ATPL — Communications (090) Exam Prep

EASA ATPL Communications is the shortest ATPL exam covering radiotelephony procedures, ICAO phraseology, and communication systems. While shorter, proper communication is fundamental to aviation safety.

34

Questions

75%

Pass Mark

0.5 hours

Time Limit

92%

Avg Pass Rate

Cost

Varies by ATO (approx. EUR 50-100 per exam)

Prerequisites

Enrollment in EASA ATPL theory course at an ATO

Topics Covered

1VHF and HHF communication
2ICAO radiotelephony phraseology
3Communication procedures (normal, abnormal, emergency)
4SELCAL and CPDLC
5Distress and urgency procedures (MAYDAY, PAN PAN)
6Communication failure procedures
7ATIS, VOLMET, and broadcast services
8Transponder codes and procedures

Expert Study Tips

1

This is the shortest EASA ATPL exam — only 30 minutes

2

Standard ICAO phraseology is the key — know proper readback procedures

3

Emergency communication procedures (121.5, MAYDAY, PAN PAN) are critical

4

Understand communication failure procedures and transponder codes (7600, 7700, 7500)

5

CPDLC (Controller-Pilot Data Link Communications) is increasingly tested

6

Know the difference between mandatory and optional readbacks

Suggested Study Timeline

1

Weeks 1-2

Read through all study materials and take notes on key concepts

2

Weeks 3-4

Focus on weak areas identified from initial study, create flashcards

3

Weeks 5-6

Take full-length practice tests, review all incorrect answers

4

Week 7

Final review of trouble areas, take 2-3 practice exams scoring 85%+

5

Week 8

Light review only, schedule and take the exam

Recommended Resources

  • Oxford ATPL Communications textbook
  • ICAO Annex 10 — Aeronautical Telecommunications
  • ICAO Doc 9432 — Manual of Radiotelephony
  • EASA Learning Objectives for Subject 090

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