FlightPlainish

FlightPlainish is a conceptual communication system designed to simplify and standardize the language used in aviation. The primary goal of FlightPlainish is to reduce ambiguity and improve clarity in pilot-to-air traffic control (ATC) communications, as well as between pilots and other flight crew. It aims to achieve this by replacing complex or non-standard phraseology with a carefully selected, limited vocabulary of simple, unambiguous words and sentence structures.

The development of FlightPlainish draws inspiration from existing standardized aviation phraseology, such as that mandated by the International Civil Aviation Organization (ICAO). However, FlightPlainish seeks to go further by introducing a more fundamental level of simplification, potentially incorporating elements of controlled natural languages or even a designed language approach. The system is envisioned to be easily learnable and highly resistant to misinterpretation, even in noisy or stressful environments.

Potential benefits of implementing a system like FlightPlainish include enhanced safety by minimizing communication errors, reduced training time for pilots and controllers, and improved interoperability between crews and ATC services speaking different native languages. While a fully implemented FlightPlainish system is a theoretical concept, the underlying principles of clear, concise, and standardized communication remain a crucial aspect of aviation safety and efficiency. Research and discussion in this area often focus on identifying the core elements of essential aviation communication and developing a robust framework for their transmission.