Phonetic Alphabet
Part 2 of the exam, as well as demonstrating a radio call, includes proper use of the phonetic alphabet orally. You will need to memorize it. On the radio you must use the approved Phonetic Alphabet .
Use the Phonetic Alphabet when:
- asked to spell a vessel’s name
- transmission is poor
- using a vessel’s call sign
The 26 code words are as follows (ICAO spellings):
Alfa, Bravo, Charlie, Delta, Echo, Foxtrot, Golf, Hotel, India, Juliet, Kilo, Lima, Mike, November, Oscar, Papa, Quebec, Romeo, Sierra, Tango, Uniform, Victor, Whiskey, X-ray, Yankee, Zulu.
